Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 69 words, Level D (Grade 1), Lexile 240L
All About Foxes introduces students to a fantastic, furry species. The text identifies foxes as mammals, describes their physical appearance, and notes their hunting abilities. Detailed photographs enhance the information provided by the text. The book can also be used to teach students how to identify the main idea and details as well as the proper use of pronouns in sentences.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension Identify main idea and details
Phonological Awareness Discriminate short vowel /o/ sound
Phonics Identify short vowel o
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use pronouns
Word Work Identify and use the high-frequency word they
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
