

The Amazing Amazon
Informational (nonfiction) 2,683 words, Level Z1 (Grade 5+), Lexile 840L
Multilevel Book also available in Level U.
The Amazon rainforest is a rich, living treasure. Filled with more kinds of insects, plants, and animals than anywhere else in the world, the Amazon is a complex and fascinating habitat. The Amazing Amazon provides students a comprehensive look at this intricate world through detailed text and colorful photographs. The book can also be used to teach author's point of view and how to effectively summarize a text. The book and lesson are also available for levels U and X.
Multilevel Book also available in Level U.