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Fantasy (fiction), 231 words, Level H (Grade 1), Lexile 480L
The Owl and the Pussycat is a charming retelling of the classic story, told in rhyme. In this story, the owl and the pussycat decide to sail away to be together. When they arrive at their destination, they are married by the turkey who lives on the hill and live happily ever after.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of retelling to understand text
Comprehension Identify the sequence of a story
Phonological Awareness Identify and produce rhyme
Phonics Read and write words with the diphthong /ou/ letter combinations ow and ou
Grammar and Mechanics Identify adjectives
Word Work Recognize and understand compound words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
