Unpacking Complexity in Informational Texts Rita Jordan Want to create rigorous learning

Want to create rigorous learning opportunities for students in language arts based on a deeper understanding of pedagogy and curriculum design

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Unpacking Complexity in Informational Texts Rita Jordan Want to create rigorous learningTo acquire content knowledge through reading, students must understand the complex components and diverse purposes of informational texts, as emphasized in the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). This practical book illuminates the ways in which a text's purpose, structure, details, connective language, and construction of themes combine to create meaning. Classroom tested instructional recommendations and "kid friendly" explanations guide teachers in