Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 1,295 words, Level S (Grade 3), Lexile 940L
Incredible Icebergs is a nonfiction text that gives students more information about these mysterious and sometimes dangerous pieces of ice. Engaging photographs and an unusual 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.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Summarize to understand text
Comprehension Make Inferences/Draw Conclusions : Make inferences and draw conclusions using clues in the text
Grammar and Mechanics Adjectives : Recognize and use adjectives
Word Work Synonyms and Antonyms : Discriminate and use synonyms and antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
