Addressing Text Complexity: Guide to Using Fiction Books in the Common Core Curriculum

Addressing Text Complexity: Guide to Using Fiction Books in the Common Core Curriculum
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Reading and Literature
Literature
Fiction
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Help students learn to read and comprehend complex literary texts independently and proficiently. This educator's guide contains reading instructions and book suggestions for using fiction in the Common Core curriculum.

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