Gems: Treasures from the Earth
Gemas: Tesoros de la Tierra
Les gemmes : les trésors de la Terre
Gems: Treasures from the Earth
Gems: Treasures from the Earth
Gems: Treasures from the Earth
Gems: Treasures from the Earth
Informational (nonfiction), 1,461 words, Level S (Grade 3)
Gems fascinate almost everyone. They sparkle, shimmer, and glimmer with mystery and beauty. This book explains how gems are formed, how they are valued, and the processes by which they become jewelry. At the end of the book, students can read about some of the most famous gems. Photographs and diagrams enhance the text.
Lesson Resources
Lesson plans exist for the English version of this book.
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of making predictions to understand informational text
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Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
