Beowulf
Classic (fiction) 3,338 words, Level Z1 (Grade 5+), Lexile 890L
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Derived from the classic tale, Beowulf is the story of a mighty warrior and king. Through his super-human strength and noble qualities, Beowulf is able to slay monsters and dragons that no other man can defeat. Detailed illustrations support a rich and engaging text. The book can also be used to teach students how to analyze characters and to identify irregular past-tense verbs.
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