Must Read Mentor Texts - "Capital! Washington, D.C. from A to Z"

Happy Sunday!

Today I am linking up with Collaboration Cuties for the Must Read Mentor Texts Linky.  This week, being the 4^th Sunday, means a social studies text.  If you haven't all ready, link up your favorite mentor text!

 

Here is my "must read mentor text" for the week.

 

"Capital! Washington, D.C. from A to Z” is written by Laura Krauss Melmed and illustrated by Frane Lessac.  This book is filled with fascinating facts about historical places and people.  It is written in an informative verse and captures the unique brilliance of the city.  It is filled with very detailed artwork.  My students enjoy taking this book out of my classroom library throughout the year.

In my 4^th grade classroom, half of my social studies curriculum focuses on Washington, D.C.  I use this book at the end of our study of Washington, D.C.  After I read this book to my class, the students work together to create their own version of the book and below you will see some examples of their pages.

What are some of your favorite social studies mentor texts?

Be sure to stop by Collaboration Cuties to learn about other Must Read Mentor Texts for social studies. 

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