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Fantasy (fiction), 1,234 words, Level P (Grade 2), Lexile 650L
Ms. Rose's fifth grade class is a fun place to learn, but make sure you do your homework! Putting it off can get you in real trouble. The pile grows and grows. Ms. Rose turns into a monster, and life gets strange. The kids learn their lesson, and they never put off doing their homework again. Readers will enjoy the amusing way this message is expressed.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Summarize to understand and recall the events in a story
Comprehension Sequence Events : Sequence events in a story
Phonics Consonant Digraphs : Identify consonant sh digraph
Grammar and Mechanics Pronouns : Identify and use pronouns in place of nouns
Word Work Synonyms : Identify and use synonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
