Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Realistic (fiction), 57 words, Level C (Grade K), Lexile 30L
Open and Close is a story about two girls who open and close a variety of objects. The surprise ending adds an element of fun for students. Early readers will enjoy the playful illustrations that accompany the predictable text pattern.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Make logical predictions based on text information
Comprehension Identify character, setting, and plot
Phonological Awareness Blend phonemes
Phonics Identify initial consonant Jj
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize pronouns in the text
Word Work Identify words that are opposites (antonyms)
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
