Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Adventure (fiction), 1,778 words, Level V (Grade 4)
Tim Hawkins is in for the adventure of his life when he crosses paths with Johnny Bones, an old gruff sailor who leaves Tim with a treasure map. Both thrilled and terrified to search for the treasure, Tim accompanies his grandfather and an unnerving man named MacDougal as they set sail. Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island, Treasure in Puget Sound is an exciting and suspenseful story full of twists and unexpected turns. The book can also be used to teach students how to analyze characters and summarize to understand text.
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For more information about Literature Circles, see resources For Teachers and For Students.
Leveled Book Lesson
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Reading Strategy Summarize to understand text
Comprehension Analyze Character : Analyze characters
Grammar and Mechanics Commas : Recognize and use commas to separate dialogue
Word Work Content Vocabulary : Identify and use content vocabulary
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
