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Interview (nonfiction), 1,594 words, Level R (Grade 3), Lexile 780L
Expert skydiver Bob Gates answers questions about his experiences as a skydiver in this interesting and informative interview. Readers who are unfamiliar with the interview format will find it engaging and easy to read. Many of the photos in Skydiving are quite dramatic and are sure to pique the reader's curiosity about the sport.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of making, revising, and confirming predictions
Comprehension Identify main ideas and details
Grammar and Mechanics Combine sentences using connecting words
Word Work Identify and form contractions
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
