Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 290 words, Level I (Grade 1), Lexile 430L
This book presents information about giant pandas through the story of Tian Tian, a giant panda born in China that currently lives in the United States. Students gain knowledge about a giant panda's habitat, diet, description, and playful nature. Photographs support the text.
Reading Strategy Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension Identify main idea and details
Phonics Identify and use the vowel, consonant blend an
Grammar and Mechanics Identify pronouns he, she, his, her, their, they
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
