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Historical (nonfiction), 1,795 words, Level T (Grade 3), Lexile 940L
We all know the gun-slinging movie hero, but what was life really like for the cowhands of the old West? This informative book details the real hardships and dangers of the cowboy life and recounts the fascinating story of how cowboys became famous just as that way of life was ending. Historical photographs enhance the text.
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions to understand text
Comprehension Main Idea and Details : Identify main idea and details in sections of the text
Grammar and Mechanics Parentheses : Identify and understand the use of parentheses in text
Word Work Word Origins : Identify English words with non-English origins
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
