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Biography (nonfiction), 748 words, Level M (Grade 2), Lexile 630L
Meet Louis Braille, the person who invented a system for blind people to read and write. This informational book provides readers with insight into Louis Braille's life from the year of his birth to the accident that caused his blindness and the year of his death. Illustrations support readers' understanding of this historical biography.
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Guided Reading Lesson
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Reading Strategy Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions while reading
Comprehension Elements of a Biography : Identify elements of a biography
Grammar and Mechanics Pronouns : Identify and use pronouns
Word Work Reading Numbers within Text : Fluently read numbers within text
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
