American Sports Legends
Leyendas americanas del deporte
American Sports Legends
American Sports Legends
American Sports Legends
American Sports Legends
American Sports Legends
Biography (nonfiction), 3,239 words, Spanish Level Y (Grade 5), Lexile 880L
Among the many athletes throughout American history, there are several record-setting superstars who revolutionized their sports. American Sports Legends highlights four athletes of tremendous character who left behind inspiring legacies. Overcoming obstacles such as discrimination, physical limitations, and sexism, these legends proved that, with passion and commitment, anything is possible. The books and lesson are available for levels W and Z1.
Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension
Elements of a Biography : Determine elements of a biography
Grammar and Mechanics
Prepositions : Recognize and use prepositions
Word Work
Homophones : Identify and use homophones
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
