Poppy, The 6-pack Author: Ron L. Bacon ISBN: 9780478120523 Lesson Plan Blackline Master Grade Level: 2 Reading Level: K Strategy/Skill: Asking questions, Making predictions, Summarizing, Vocabulary and word study Genre: Explanation, General Narrative, Graphic Text Theme/Topic: Change over Time, Life Science, Plants Classification: Nonfiction Fluency: Early-Fluent

Book Summary

This nonfiction title traces the life cycle of a poppy, from bud to new seedlings.

Features of the Book

• The poetic quality of the text.
• The sequential, cyclical nature of the story line.
• The use of imagery – “morning sun” and “crinkled red poppy.”
• The use of colors – “red,” “yellow,” “gold,” and “brown.”
• The frequent use of adjectives.
• The passing of time and how this is shown in the text.
• The diagram of the life cycle of the poppy.
• The use of evocative language – “bend its head” and “soft brown earth.”

Purpose

The Poppy can be used in a guided reading setting to introduce and reinforce the following skills and strategies:

• discussing new vocabulary and extending understanding
• summarizing the ideas from a story
• encouraging prediction and developing questioning skills
• developing the skill of writing using a range of word choices

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