Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 109 words, Level F (Grade 1), Lexile 370L
Modern-day tunnels are quite extraordinary in their ability to move people and cargo quickly through mountains, underground, and even underwater. Tunnels provides students with a comprehensive look at various types of tunnels and their many benefits. The book can also be used to teach students how to visualize while reading and to accurately identify cause-and-effect relationships.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Visualize to understand text
Comprehension Determine cause-and-effect relationships
Phonological Awareness Discriminate initial and final consonant Pp
Phonics Identify initial and final consonant Pp
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use simple predicates
Word Work Identify and use position words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
