Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Descriptive (nonfiction), 532 words, Level N (Grade 2), Lexile 620L Multilevel Book also available in levels H and K Multilevel Book also available in levels H and K Multilevel Book also available in levels H and K
Children around the world are alike and different in many ways. Friends Around the World gives students a glimpse into the lives of children from Brazil, China, India, Nigeria, and South Korea. The book can also be used to teach students how to compare and contrast and to recognize and use proper nouns as names of places. The book and lesson are also available for levels H and K.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Ask and answer questions
Comprehension Compare and Contrast : Compare and contrast
Phonics Short Vowels : Identify short vowel i
Grammar and Mechanics Proper Nouns : Recognize and use proper nouns as names of places
Word Work Alphabetical Order : Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class