How to (nonfiction), 180 words, Level F (Grade 1), Lexile 340L
A Clown Face outlines the steps involved in dressing up to look like a clown. Early readers will enjoy the detailed illustrations that correspond with the repetitive text pattern. They may even be inspired to use the book as a guide to dress up as a clown.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Make, revise, and confirm predictions to understand text
Comprehension Sequence events
Phonological Awareness Discriminate sounds
Phonics Identify VCe pattern
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize adjectives
Word Work Identify time and order words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
