

Genetics at Work
El trabajo de la genética
Genetics at Work
Genetics at Work
Genetics at Work
Genetics at Work
Genetics at Work
Informational (nonfiction), 2,585 words, Spanish Level Z1 (Grade 5+), Lexile 980L
Genetics at Work explores the role that genetics plays in our growing world. The field of genetics is an ever-changing and rapidly expanding branch of science. From farming to crime fighting and disease prevention, genetics is shaping our future. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about these advancements while practicing the skills of summarizing and identifying main ideas and supporting details. The book and lesson are also available for levels Z and Z2.
Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Summarize sections of a nonfiction book while reading
Comprehension
Main Idea and Details : Find main ideas and supporting details in text
Grammar and Mechanics
Adverbs : Recognize and use adverbs
Word Work
Alphabetical Order : Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class