From the series I See Animal Textures!
Scales
Reading Level PreKInterest Level Grades PreK – 1Copyright 2023
Reviewed
From the series I See Animal Textures!
Reading Level PreKInterest Level Grades PreK – 1Copyright 2023
ReviewedScales introduces the earliest readers to unique, colorful fish and reptile scales while providing them with a supportive first nonfiction reading experience. High-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, photo labels, and strong visual references support emergent readers, making sure they aren’t facing too many challenges at once.
Scales includes tools for teachers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index.
Scales is part of Jump!’s I See Animal Textures! series.
Different animal textures, such as fur, scales, and shells, are described in this series for early readers. Written with a controlled vocabulary, each title begins with a visual glossary that shares the important terms used throughout the book. The books emphasize the animals’ physical features, including colors and patterns, and eye-catching photographs help display these, captivating readers interested in animals. Repeated sentence structures are used throughout (“I see spotted fur. I see striped fur.”). This repetition, along with photographs that reinforce the text, aids beginning readers in comprehension. Entries include suggested activities for before and after reading, and a “Let’s Review” section at the end includes a prompt for practice. Verdict: This series combines the high-interest topic of animals with thoughtful features for supporting early literacy skills.
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