Close and Careful Reading®: Paired Selections

Complex Embedded Questions that Require Close & Careful Reading

Reading Levels 2-8

Two reading selections based on the same theme or topic: one informational selection paired with one literary selection.

• Paired reading selections in each booklet.
• Complex questions for EACH reading selection PLUS complex questions for the PAIR of reading selections.
• 6 copies each of 8 full-color booklets (48 booklets).

Extensive Teacher Guide with instructional strategies, pacing guide, and scoring rubrics.

Booklets included in Level D:

• Booklet 1: Pearls for Pearl and Jewels of the Sea
• Booklet 2: The Lesson of the Chopsticks and The Helping Hive Leads to Teamwork
• Booklet 3: Erica’s Magic and The Unicorn Myth
• Booklet 4: A Day at the Zoo and Nature’s Zoo
• Booklet 5: The Special Trip and Give my Regards to Broadway
• Booklet 6: Tyrie’s Great Idea and Your Local Library
• Booklet 7: Martians in the Neighborhood? and Volcanoes on Mars
• Booklet 8: The Peaceful Husband and Modern Origami