I'm the Small One
I'm the Small One
I'm the Small One
I'm the Small One
I'm the Small One
I'm the Small One
I'm the Small One
Realistic (fiction), 377 words, Level J (Grade 1), Lexile 540L
Multilevel Book also available in levels M and P
I'm the Small One is the story of Sophie, a second-grader who feels frustrated because she is so small. After hating her size and failing in her attempts to grow faster, she finally learns that being small has its good points. Colorful illustrations and a funny storyline will help students learn this powerful lesson of self-acceptance--and even self-love. Students will also be able to identify the narrative point of view and retell to better understand the story. The book and lesson are also available for levels M and P.
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Kurzweil 3000 Format
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Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Retell to understand text
Comprehension
Narrative Point of View : Identify narrative point of view
Phonological Awareness
Segment Syllables : Segment syllables
Phonics
Silent Letters : Identify silent letters
Grammar and Mechanics
Proper Nouns : Identify and use proper nouns that name people
Word Work
Content Vocabulary : Understand content vocabulary
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
