National Geographic Canadian Catalogue 2009 - (Page 5) In Each Theme: Theme Builder This stand-up desktop tool builds concepts and vocabulary through students’ active participation. 1 Concept Book • Builds background knowledge • Develops key concepts, vocabulary, and oral language. 2 Nonfiction Books • Support key concepts • Allow students to practice and apply what they’ve learned. 2 Fiction Books • Optional Fiction Books give students the opportunity to extend learning and apply strategies across a variety of genres. Instruction, Assessment, and Family Involvement: Teacher’s Guide & Audiolessons • Explicit instruction with 5-day lesson plan for each theme • Differentiated instruction • Recording of each book • Build fluency and support independent reading. Learning Masters • Lots of extra practice • Assessments. Take-Home Book Masters • Children create their own books and share what they know with their families. 5
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