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 Main Idea and Details : Identify main idea and details
Phonics Blends : Identify and use the vowel, consonant blend an
Grammar and Mechanics Pronouns : Identify pronouns he, she, his, her, their, they
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
