Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 247 words, Level I (Grade 1), Lexile 520L Multilevel Book also available in levels L and O Multilevel Book also available in levels L and O
Dragonflies are insects. They live near water, are agile fliers, and can be found around the world. Dragonflies! provides students a comprehensive look at these amazing insects. The book can also be used to teach students how to determine an author's purpose for writing and the proper use of plural nouns. The book and lesson are also available for levels L and O.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Visualize to understand text
Comprehension Determine author’s purpose
Phonological Awareness Discriminate initial consonant br- and dr- blends
Phonics Identify initial consonant br- and dr- blends
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use plural nouns
Word Work Identify and use the high-frequency word they
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
