Realistic (fiction), 210 words, Level I (Grade 1), Lexile 490L
Many things go wrong during Mike's day, both at home and at school. Every time something bad happens, someone helps him out. Mike discovers that it makes him feel good when others help him, so he learns to be helpful to others. Pictures support the text.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Connect to prior knowledge to understand text
Comprehension Identify cause and effect
Phonological Awareness Discriminate final sounds
Phonics Identify open vowel y
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize past-tense verbs
Word Work Identify examples of onomatopoeia
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
