In Nonfiction Reading Practice, Grade 1 you'll find 20 topics in the following content areas:
· social studies—history, the library, maps, Pocahontas, and pyramids
· science--animal habitats, matter, Neil Armstrong, thermometers, and the sun
· health & safety--bike helmets, Dr. Jonas Salk, and washing hands
· mathematics--money, time, and calendars
· the arts--cave art, folk music, houses, and puppets
In each of these units, you will find the following:
· a teacher resource page that introduces the topic and lists suggested vocabulary to introduce for each article
· a visual aid that presents the topic graphically to the entire class
· three articles on the same topic, but at three different reading levels
· three accompanying comprehension/vocabulary worksheets
Graphic organizers and a reading strategies checklist are provided for teacher and student use. An answer key is included.