Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 2,267 words, Level V (Grade 4), Lexile 1080L Multilevel Book also available in levels S and Z Multilevel Book also available in levels S and Z Multilevel Book also available in level Z Multilevel Book also available in level Z
Volcanoes is a factual text that describes how different kinds of volcanoes are formed and how they behave. Readers also learn about ancient myths that were fueled by fear of volcanoes. The book gives details about some of the more famous volcanoes, including Mount Vesuvius, Mount St. Helens, Mauna Loa, and Mount Fuji. Photographs, maps, and diagrams support this informative text. Book and lesson also available at Levels S and Z.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Summarize to understand the text
Comprehension Identify the main idea and details
Grammar and Mechanics Identify and use commas in a series
Word Work Identify synonyms and antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
