This is an educational close reading packet about Snow Speed.
This close reading packet goes into the exciting world of sled dog racing, a sport in which teams of dogs pull a sled through snowy landscapes. For kids to learn about the background, methods, and cultural importance of sled dog race, this book is made. The main part of the packet has pieces about where sled dog racing came from, the different kinds of dogs used (like Huskies and Malamutes), the gear and tools used, and the skills that both the dogs and the mushers (the people who drive the sleds) need to have. It also talks about famous sled dog races from around the world, how sled dogs are used to explore and move people and goods in the Arctic, and efforts to make sure that sled dogs in professional sports are safe and happy. This resource is especially useful in the winter and around big sled dog races like the Iditarod or the Yukon Quest. It teaches students about how athletic sled dogs are and how they work together with mushers in harsh winter conditions.
These close reading comprehension passages are the perfect no-prep, standards-based, and high interest way to strengthen your students’ close reading skills!
Short on time to teach? This print and go packet truly is for you! It has everything you need for a complete, successful informational text reading unit.
This Close reading set features:
Sled Dog Racing
Dog Racing
Sled Dogs
Snow Race
Fast Huskies
Racing Dogs
As they complete the close reading process, students will build comprehension by answering text-dependent questions.
Skills align with both the RI (Reading Informational Texts) and RL (Reading Literature) Common Core Standards
These passages can be used in the morning, at centers, as part of homework, with small groups, for extra learning with smart students, to help struggling students, or to get ready for tests.
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