Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 320 words, Level J (Grade 1), Lexile 490L Multilevel Book also available in levels G and M Multilevel Book also available in levels G and M
Nature is dazzling in the fall season with its colorful array of leaves. Why Do Leaves Change Color? explains the science behind this amazing transformation. Lovely photographs emphasize the beauty of trees and their foliage, and illustrations help clarify the scientific concepts. In addition to teaching students about plants and photosynthesis, this book also gives them the opportunity to study cause and effect and prepositions. Book and lesson are also available at Levels G and M.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Ask and answer questions to understand text
Comprehension Determine cause and effect
Phonological Awareness Discriminate initial consonant /f/ sound
Phonics Identify consonant ph digraph
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use prepositions
Word Work Identify and use homographs
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
