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Informational (nonfiction), 246 words, Level I (Grade 1), Nonfiction Series, Lexile 470L
Show those muscles! Which kind? In My Muscles, students learn about the three different types of muscles and how they help the body move in different ways. This book provides students with a clear explanation of how muscles work, and the delightful illustrations are informative and fun! This intriguing book is also great for teaching students how to compare and contrast and how to use the pronoun I.
See the My Body page for additional instructional resources.
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Reading Strategy Visualize to understand text
Comprehension Compare and Contrast : Compare and contrast information
Phonological Awareness Short Vowel Sounds : Discriminate short vowel u sound
Phonics Short Vowels : Identify short vowel u
Grammar and Mechanics Pronouns : Recognize and use the pronoun I
Word Work Alphabetical Order : Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
