Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (fiction), 249 words, Level I (Grade 1), Lexile 460L
In We Make Maple Syrup, students learn the steps for making syrup from maple sap. From tapping the maple tree to eating the syrup on pancakes, students see how one family spends time together. Students will have the opportunity to practice sequencing events as they read this informative story. Detailed illustrations support readers.
Guided Reading Lesson PDF
Use of vocabulary lessons requires a subscription to VocabularyA-Z.com.
Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of connecting to prior knowledge to understand text
Comprehension Sequence Events : Sequence events
Phonological Awareness Segment Syllables : Segment syllables
Phonics Short Vowels : Identify short /i/ vowel
Grammar and Mechanics Commas : Recognize and use commas after introductory words
Word Work Compound Words : Recognize and use compound words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
