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Informational (nonfiction), 98 words, Level F (Grade 1), Lexile 250L
Maya is a gymnast who loves to balance, flip, climb, and bend. I Am a Gymnast introduces students to twelve-year-old Maya and the gymnastics routine that keeps her happy and strong. The book can also be used to teach students how to compare and contrast as well as to ask and answer questions to better understand the text.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension Compare and Contrast : Compare and contrast ideas
Phonological Awareness Short Vowel Sounds : Discriminate short vowel /a/ sound
Phonics Short Vowels : Identify short vowel a
Grammar and Mechanics Verbs : Recognize and use verbs
Word Work Alphabetical Order : Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
