Snow

Snow is a realistic fiction about a family who gets a new dog named Snow. They learn that dogs like Snow are important sled dogs who used to pull people to places where they could get medicine. The family takes care of Snow and she has puppies. They take pictures and realize that Snow is taking care of her young just like they took care of her. Some long dialogue is used.

Illustrations support interpretation and enhance enjoyment. Some illustrations are black and white and express historical significance. Photographs of Snow and her puppies are shown.      

Some sentences begin with dependent clauses. Simple connectives such as and connect two ideas. To conclude, a sequence chart of a puppy’s birth is shown. In addition, simple activities that include oral, written, and visual communication are presented in the Teacher’s Guide Notes.

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