Taiga
Taiga
Taiga
Taiga
Taiga
Taiga
Taiga
Informational (nonfiction), 1,307 words, Level W (Grade 4), Nonfiction Series, Lexile 1020L
Earth is covered with several distinct biomes. Taiga introduces students to the planet's largest land biome through vivid photographs and detailed information. Students will learn about the different features of this biome including its climate and wildlife, as well as the people who call the taiga home. This book can also be used to teach students how to identify the main idea and supporting details.
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Lesson Resources
See the Brilliant Biomes page for additional instructional resources.
Story Words
adaptations, bogs, conifers, hardiest, industrial, insulation, migrate, nutrient, organic, photosynthesis, precipitation, taiga
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Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Summarize to understand text
Comprehension
Main Idea and Details : Identify main idea and details
Grammar and Mechanics
Adjectives : Recognize and use adjectives
Word Work
Compound Words : Identify and use compound words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
