Pairs social studies and science thematically Shakes up the curriculum with Shocker facts that interest this age group, and a lively page layout that encourages readers to discuss and share knowledge with one another Builds background knowledge and vocabulary through frontofbook features labeled Get on the Wavelength and HighPowered Words Includes a Comprehension Coach that appears regularly to model and reinforce key comprehension strategies Provides links to relevant Internet Web sites Exposes students to a variety of formats and text features
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