Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 750 words, Level P (Grade 2), Lexile 800
Do you know what a martial eagle eats? How about how fast a peregrine falcon travels? In Birds of Prey, readers will learn about the different types of raptors and their fascinating features. Vivid photographs and charts filled with interesting facts will teach readers about owls, falcons, hawks, eagles, kites, and vultures. This book can be used to teach students how to compare and contrast as well as the proper use of prepositional phrases.
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Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Connect to prior knowledge to understand text
Comprehension Compare and contrast information in a text
Grammar and Mechanics Recognize and use prepositional phrases
Word Work Identify and use synonyms and antonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
