Informational (nonfiction), 141 words, Level F (Grade 1), Lexile 380L
Glassblowing introduces readers to the art of blown glass. This informational book, told from the first-person point of view of a glassblower, takes the reader through the process of making a glass bowl. Descriptive words and action verbs, together with step-by-step photographs, make this an enjoyable book for early readers.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions to understand text
Comprehension Sequence events
Phonological Awareness Recognize the sounds of L-family blends
Phonics Associate the sounds of L-family blends with their spelling
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize that verbs are action words
Word Work Understand and use content vocabulary related to glassblowing
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
