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What Pet Should You Get?

Pro/Con (nonfiction), 451 words, Level J (Grade 1)

Almost every kid wants a pet. But how do you decide which pet is best for you? This book introduces readers to the idea of "pros" and "cons," and helps readers to look at multiple perspectives and opinions. Engaging photographs of kids and pets support the text.

Book Resources

Double-Sided Book

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Writing Resources

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Lesson Resources

Guided Reading Lesson

Preteach the Vocabulary

High-Frequency Words
have, they, you

Story Words
boring, cage, con, decide, opinions, playmate, pro, research, weird

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Teach the Objectives

All Worksheets

Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of connecting to prior knowledge to understand text

Comprehension
Understand and identify the difference between fact and opinion

Phonological Awareness
Discriminate r-controlled sound /ar/

Phonics
Identify words with r-controlled ar spelling

Grammar and Mechanics
Identify and use adjectives

Word Work
Identify and use synonyms

Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class

Assessment Resources

How To Assemble Your Book

Single-Sided Book

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