Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 641 words, Level L (Grade 2), Lexile 580L
Big Machines introduces the reader to machines that are used to do heavy construction work. The book provides photos and names of the machines and describes various settings and uses.
Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of visualizing
Comprehension Identify main idea and details in text
Phonics Identify digraph eu in words
Grammar and Mechanics Identify and use adjectives
Word Work Recognize and use antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
