Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Historical (nonfiction), 2,172 words, Level X (Grade 5), Lexile 980L Multilevel Book also available in levels Z1 and Z2
What divided Britain and the American colonists after their success in the French and Indian War? Seeds of Revolution provides students a historical look at these struggles. The book can also be used to teach students how to determine cause-and-effect relationships and the proper use of conjunctions. The book and lesson are also available for levels Z1 and Z2.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension Understand and identify cause-and-effect relationships
Grammar and Mechanics Identify conjunctions used in the text
Word Work Recognize and use synonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
