The Shapes of Water Level 23-24

The Shapes of Water is a beautifully structured non-fiction resource exploring natural patterns found in water, leaves, seeds, and fruits. Featuring five engaging articles and procedural texts, this book links science, observation, and writing. It includes a contents page, bolded keywords, and accessible scientific vocabulary like œdroplet and œpod, supporting students' developing literacy. The text models expository and procedural writing styles, making it a valuable tool for writing instruction. Students can practise identifying facts and opinions, locating information, and understanding scientific themes in nature. Activities invite hands-on learning, encouraging learners to observe and record patterns in their environment. With simple explanations of natural phenomena, the book supports scientific inquiry and strengthens the ability to extract and apply information.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports writing skills through procedural and expository text examples
• Enhances science knowledge of natural patterns and plant structures
• Builds keyword recognition and vocabulary acquisition
• Promotes distinguishing fact from opinion in informational texts

Classroom Ideas:

• Conduct experiments observing water shapes or leaf patterns
• Create a class book of observed natural patterns
• Use bolded keywords for vocabulary wall or glossary building
• Write procedural texts based on a nature walk or science activity

Information:

• Ages: 8-10
• Reading Level: 23-24 (Silver)