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Factual Description (nonfiction), 65 words, Level D (Grade 1), Lexile 150L
I Count 100 Things explores ways in which common items such as gumdrops and marshmallows can be manipulated into different objects, such as a rainbow and an igloo. Pictures and repetitive text support the early reader.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of visualizing to understand text
Comprehension Main Idea and Details : Identify main idea and details
Phonological Awareness Rhyme : Discriminate rhyming words
Phonics Rhyme : Identify and write words that rhyme with make
Grammar and Mechanics Exclamation Marks : Recognize the purpose of an exclamation point for punctuation and expression
Word Work Compound Words : Identify and segment compound words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
