Fantasy (fiction), 126 words, Level F (Grade 1), Fiction Series, Lexile 330L
Who is Sir Suffix, and what can he do? Sir Suffix ends words in new ways! In Sir Suffix, students will explore the usefulness of a variety of suffixes, including -ive, -ful, -less, and more! Colorful illustrations and engaging text make this book a perfect choice for teaching about suffixes. The book can also be used to teach students how to determine an author's purpose for writing as well as the proper use of adjectives in sentences.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Connect to prior knowledge to understand text
Comprehension Determine author’s purpose
Phonological Awareness Discriminate medial long vowel sounds
Phonics Identify initial consonant Ss
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use adjectives
Word Work Identify and use suffixes
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
