M Is for Mexico
M de México
M pour Mexique
M Is for Mexico
M Is for Mexico
M Is for Mexico
M Is for Mexico
Informational (nonfiction), 2,193 words, Level Z (Grade 5), Lexile 910L
M Is for Mexico is an introduction to the country's history, geography, and culture. Written from the point of view of Juan Rodriguez, a fifth grader from Mexico, the book encourages readers to visit the country to see all it has to offer. Some of the highlights include the beaches of Acapulco, Museo Frida Kahlo, ancient pyramids at El Tajin, and the Great Mesoamerican Reef. Photographs, maps, and illustrations support the text.
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Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of summarizing to understand text
Comprehension
Main Idea and Details : Identify the main idea and supporting details
Grammar and Mechanics
Pronouns : Identify and understand the use of indefinite pronouns
Word Work
Common Suffixes : Identify the meaning of suffix -est
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