Different texts.
A conversation everyone can join.
One topic, three reading versions, and a shared decision. Read Together connects informational reading with evidence, discussion, writing, and reflection.
Three ways in
Choose A, B, or C for each reader using the text and your classroom evidence.
One shared decision
Compare three proposals against the same budget and requirements.
Thinking made visible
Discuss the evidence, write a recommendation, and reflect with the Student Sheet.
From an article to a decision.
In “A Cooler Schoolyard,” students read about heat and shade, compare three fictional improvement plans, and recommend a choice with evidence.
- Three one-page articles per topic
- Six reading questions per version
- Shared brief, discussion, writing, and Student Sheet
- Teacher guidance, keys, rubric, and text estimates
A few useful details.
Are A, B, and C certified reading levels?
No. They are flexible reading versions with different language and support. Teacher notes include formula-based text estimates; these are not Lexile measures or student placements.
How much does each student need to print?
For each lesson, print one article/question pair and the four shared student pages: six pages per student.
Is the complete series available to buy?
The Grades 3–8 series is in final review. Start with the free Grade 5 lesson and join the email list for release updates.
One topic. Three ways in.
Try A Cooler Schoolyard, a Grade 5 Read Together lesson with three reading versions and one shared decision.
Plus occasional teaching ideas and MyPaths updates.