Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 2,178 words, Level W (Grade 4), Lexile 1020L Multilevel Book also available in levels R and Z Multilevel Book also available in levels R and Z Multilevel Book also available in levels R and Z
To many athletes, competing in the Olympic Games is the ultimate honor, where they strive to be the best in the world. The Olympics: Past and Present examines the ways in which the Olympic Games in ancient Greece evolved into the modern-day Olympics. Photographs, illustrations, maps, and diagrams support this informative text. Book and lesson also available at Levels R and Z.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Connect to prior knowledge to understand text
Comprehension Compare and contrast information in nonfiction text
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and understand irregular verbs
Word Work Identify and use multiple-meaning words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
