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Science Fiction (fiction), 2,416 words, Level Y (Grade 5), Fiction Series, Lexile 590L
Fast Forward to the Future recounts another of Miguel's adventures as he dives into one of The Great Gallardo's books. He travels in time and finds himself at the mercy of the cannibalistic Morlocks-80,000 years into the future. In his haste to escape, he rushes further into the future and finds himself on a dying Earth. Illustrations support the text.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of visualizing to understand text
Comprehension Analyze the problem and solution in the story
Grammar and Mechanics Identify and use compound adjectives
Word Work Understand similes
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
