These precisely leveled texts were written in accordance with research-based findings to help students develop reading and comprehension skills as they explore content-area concepts in Math, Science, Social Studies, and Fiction. Each high-interest topic is supported by beautiful and engaging photographs and illustrations. In addition, each Rising Reader has skill objectives, steps for teachers reading along with the child, follow-up reader response and comprehension questions, and writing activities that allow children to fully grasp the text and read independently with teachers or parents.