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Children will analyze the steps scientists had to take to count penguins in Antarctica.
scientists, emperor penguins
key details, vocabulary, writing, sequencing
read a map
emperor penguins, creative, satellite, guano
RI.2.1 key details; RI.2.2 identify the main topic; RI.2.4 determine meanings of words; RI.2.5 use text features; RI.2.10 read informational texts; W.2.3 write narratives; SL.2.1 collaborative conversations; SL.2.3 ask and answer questions
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Provide students with some background on emperor penguins.
Build background knowledge (10 min.)
Watch our video “Across the Ice.” After children have finished watching the video, discuss the following question:
Preview vocabulary (3 min.)
Next, play the online vocabulary slideshow. This issue’s featured words are emperor penguins, creative, satellite, and guano.
Set a purpose for reading (5 min.)
Read together (20 min.)
Pass out the Read and Think printable. Use it to check comprehension as you read the issue together, pausing to ask the questions.
Assessment: Reading Quiz
Pass out the Reading Quiz to review key concepts from the issue and assess students’ proficiency on key nonfiction reading skills.
You can use our printable worksheets to focus on important ELA skills. Here’s how.
ELA Focus: Vocabulary (15 min.)
Editor’s Pick: Writing/Key Details (15 min.)
ELA Focus: Sequencing (15 min.)
Here is a past issue you can use to extend your lesson on emperor penguins:
You can find a higher-Lexile-level and a lower-Lexile-level version of the article online here: