Humorous (fiction), 181 words, Level H (Grade 1), Lexile 460L
Day after day, grasshopper grazed on green grass and leaves. Then he decided to try some new foods. Will the new foods taste great or gross? Grasshopper's Gross Lunch provides the opportunity to discuss the difference between reality and fantasy with emergent readers. Illustrations support the text.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of retelling to understand and remember story events
Comprehension Identify reality and fantasy
Phonological Awareness Discriminate initial consonant blend gr
Phonics Identify initial consonant blend gr
Grammar and Mechanics Identify and use past-tense verbs
Word Work Alphabetize words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
