Guided Reading Lesson
Preteach the Vocabulary
High-Frequency Words
help, my, work
Story Words
body systems, brain, messages, nerves, nervous system, skull
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Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Ask and answer questions
Comprehension
Determine author's purpose
Phonological Awareness
Identify initial consonant br-blend
Phonics
Identify initial consonant br-blend
Grammar and Mechanics
Recognize and use verbs
Word Work
Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
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