Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park
Informational (nonfiction), 432 words, Level L (Grade 2), Nonfiction Series, Lexile 780L
Multilevel Book also available in levels I and O
Each year over two million people go to witness the beauty of Acadia National Park, where the mountains meet the sea. This diverse landscape offers many activities for visitors, including hiking, fishing, climbing, and simply exploring. Acadia National Park provides students with a look at the history of the park and what makes it a popular destination. The book can also be used to teach students how to determine an author's purpose and to effectively ask and answer questions. The book and lesson are also available for levels I and O.
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Lesson Resources
See the National Parks page for additional instructional resources.
Story Words
donate, mammals, migrate, national park, raptors, tides
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Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension
Author's Purpose : Determine author’s purpose
Phonics
Consonant Blends : Identify initial consonant st-blends
Grammar and Mechanics
Plural Nouns : Recognize and use plural nouns
Word Work
Antonyms : Identify and use antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
