Informational (nonfiction), 66 words, Level D (Grade 1), Lexile 290L
Comparing numbers using groups and numerals are important math skills for young students. In Greater Than, students will learn how to compare numbers by counting vegetables from a garden. The book can also be used to teach students how to compare and contrast and how to properly use comparative adjectives in sentences. It can also be used in conjunction with math lessons to reinforce reading as an element of math.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Connect to prior knowledge to understand text
Comprehension Compare and contrast items in a text
Phonological Awareness Discriminate initial consonant gr-blend
Phonics Identify initial consonant gr-blend
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use comparative adjectives
Word Work Identify and use the high-frequency word there
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
