Informational (nonfiction), 1,012 words, Level S (Grade 3), Lexile 800L Multilevel Book also available in levels P and V
When you go to sleep at night, your body gets to rest, but your brain continues working. Why We Sleep is a nonfiction text that gives students information about the importance of sleep. Engaging photographs and an interesting topic will capture students' interest. The book can also be used to teach students how to make inferences and draw conclusions as well as to summarize to better understand the text. The book and lesson are also available for levels P and V.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Summarize to understand text
Comprehension Make inferences and draw conclusions using clues found in the text
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use contractions
Word Work Discriminate and use synonyms and antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
