Reading A-Z resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 1,435 words, Level X (Grade 5), Lexile 1040
The Internet has revolutionized the way the world operates. From online shopping to instantaneous communication, the Internet has changed the way we access knowledge and exchange information. The Internet introduces students to the history of the Internet, explores the way it has evolved over time, and asks students to contemplate its many effects on the world. The book can also be used to teach students how to discern the author's point of view and to effectively summarize.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Summarize to understand text
Comprehension Determine the author’s point of view
Grammar and Mechanics Identify and use irregular verbs
Word Work Identify and use synonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
