Spectrum Reading for Theme and Details in Literature, Grade 4

Jacket Description/Back: Spectrum Focus provides specific support for the skills and standards that students are learning in today's classroom. A complete introduction to the topic teaches each skill through in-depth explanations and examples. Guided practice scaffolds learners as their understanding grows. Independent practice builds proficiency and fluency for each skill. Performance tasks challenge learners to apply knowledge and make real-world connections. A comprehensive assessment provides evidence of skill mastery. No matter your need, Spectrum is with you every step of the way. Publisher Marketing: Spectrum(R) Reading for Theme and Details in Literature teaches and reinforces the essential reading comprehension skills your fourth graders are learning in the classroom. Aligning with state standards, this workbook covers using text evidence to answer questions, drawing inferences, finding a story's theme, summarizing, and more. --Including a complete introduction to each literary concept, Spectrum(R) Focus reinforces each skill through in-depth explanations and examples. Guided practice supports learning as conceptual understanding grows. Independent practice builds proficiency and fluency for each skill. Performance tasks challenge learners to apply knowledge and make real-world connections using critical thinking. A comprehensive assessment provides evidence of skill mastery. --The Spectrum(R) Focus series provides targeted instruction and practice for the most challenging skills from current state standards for college and career readiness. Each title features resources to support in-depth learning for a specific math or language arts skill area. Designed to help students achieve complete mastery, each title also includes a detailed reference section that thoroughly explains each concept. Teachers, parents, and students will appreciate these essential tools for understanding the specific skills needed to achieve academic success! --No matter your need, Spectrum(R) is with you every step of the way.