Volcanoes
Volcanoes
Les volcans
Volcanoes
Volcanoes
Volcanoes
Volcanoes
Informational (nonfiction), 2,411 words, Level Z (Grade 5), Lexile 1130L
Multilevel Book also available in level V
Volcanoes is a factual text that describes how different kinds of volcanoes are formed and how they behave. Readers also learn about how volcanoes factored into legends and lore before scientists discovered more about them. The book gives details about some of the more famous volcanoes, including Mount Vesuvius, Mount St. Helens, Mauna Loa, and Mount Fuji. Photographs, maps, and diagrams support this informative text. Book and lesson also available at Levels S and V.
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Main Idea and Details : Identify the main idea and supporting details
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Commas : Differentiate between the uses of commas in a list, after introductory words, and in separating clauses
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