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Informational (nonfiction), 1,340 words, Level S (Grade 3), Lexile 860L
Meet Jennifer Owings, a girl who was struck by a rattlesnake many years ago. Through Jennifer's story, readers will learn about the wide variety of rattlesnakes and their behavior. Readers will also learn how rattlesnake venom affects the body and how to treat a victim who has been struck by a rattler. The book concludes with a list of safety tips.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Summarize to understand nonfiction text
Comprehension Identify main idea and details in text
Grammar and Mechanics Identify and understand the use of bullets
Word Work Identify and define multiple-meaning words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
