The Trouble with Exotic Pets
The Trouble with Exotic Pets
The Trouble with Exotic Pets
The Trouble with Exotic Pets
The Trouble with Exotic Pets
The Trouble with Exotic Pets
The Trouble with Exotic Pets
Persuasive (nonfiction), 1,151 words, Level R (Grade 3), Lexile 900L
Imagine going to a friend's house to see his or her new pet, but it's not a dog; it's a tiger! Tigers are one example of exotic pets that are owned by people throughout the world. The Trouble with Exotic Pets introduces readers to the pros and cons of owning exotic pets. The simple text and detailed photographs will keep students engaged in this controversial topic. This book can also be used to teach students the skill of distinguishing between fact and opinion as well as asking and answering questions to better understand the text.
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Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension
Fact or Opinion : Distinguish between fact and opinion
Grammar and Mechanics
Complex Sentences : Recognize and form complex sentences
Word Work
Synonyms and Antonyms : Identify and use synonyms and antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
