Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 1,461 words, Level S (Grade 3), Lexile 890L Multilevel Book also available in levels V and Y Multilevel Book also available in levels V and Y
Gems fascinate almost everyone. They sparkle, shimmer, and glimmer with mystery and beauty. This book explains how gems are formed, how they are valued, and the processes by which they become jewelry. At the end of the book, students can read about some of the most famous gems. Photographs and diagrams support the text. Book and lesson also available at Levels V and Y.
Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of making predictions to understand informational text
Comprehension Cause and Effect : Understand cause-and-effect relationships in nonfiction text
Grammar and Mechanics Sentence Types : Identify different sentence types
Word Work Alphabetizing : Identify and understand the use of alphabetizing
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
