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Realistic (fiction), 104 words, Level E (Grade 1), Lexile 440L
The Storm takes the reader through the sights and sounds of a coming thunderstorm. The pictures and narrative text heightens the suspense.
Guided Reading Lesson PDF
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Reading Strategy Connect to prior knowledge to understand text
Comprehension Sequence Events : Sequence events
Phonological Awareness Blend Phonemes : Blend phonemes
Phonics Consonant Blends : Identify initial consonant L-blends
Grammar and Mechanics Capitalization : Recognize and use capitalization
Word Work Alphabetical Order : Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
