{"product_id":"carnivore-3-part-reading","title":"Carnivores, Herbivores \u0026 Omnivores","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCarnivores, Herbivores \u0026amp; Omnivores 3-Part Reading Cards teach animal diet classification using photographs of 18 species. Aligned with Science of Reading principles, these cards build reading fluency through repeated, self-correcting practice — strengthening orthographic mapping and vocabulary acquisition at the word level. Designed for Ages 5+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity introduces the children to the terms carnivore, omnivore, and herbivore and shows them six animals that represent each group. We chose animals that represent the five main vertebrate classes along with invertebrates to provide zoological balance. Each photo displays the subject in its natural environment with the food it eats. These beautiful photos make finding out what different animals eat a fun lesson that can open many discussions about the diversity of species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe 3-part format is built for independent reading. Students lay out the photo card, read and match the word labels to the photo cards, and then use the control cards to check their own work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal photos of 18 animals representing the five main vertebrate classes plus invertebrates, each shown eating its natural food\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSorting labels with definition control cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e63 cards in all\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll cards are eco-laminated (food-grade) with rounded corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLesson plan included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAdd-on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maitrilearning.com\/products\/foldover-3-part-cloth-pouches\"\u003ecloth pouches\u003c\/a\u003e for an elegant display\/storage solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"accordion group\" is=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion__toggle text-lg\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does this type of reading practice matter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"animated-plus group-expanded:rotate\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiguring out what an animal eats from its teeth and habitat is the kind of puzzle that draws students in, and that curiosity can inspire a reluctant reader to persist. This practice strengthens orthographic mapping and word-level vocabulary acquisition — key mechanisms in building reading fluency. Vocabulary is also one of the language comprehension strands in Scarborough's (2001) reading rope, and Gough and Tunmer's (1986) simple view of reading. These cards combine student curiosity with vocabulary and self-correcting work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"accordion group\" is=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion__toggle text-lg\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you use 3-part cards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"animated-plus group-expanded:rotate\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by using the photo-only cards to teach vocabulary (via the 3-period lesson). Then, use the photo-only cards for sorting work. Add in the sorting labels for children who are reading. Finally, when students are stretching past phonetic reading, use all three parts: lay out the photo cards, read and match the word labels to the photos, and use the control cards to check for accuracy independently (no teacher help required). Once students know the species by name, add the sorting labels. Then, try matching the terms to their definitions using the control definition cards to check your own work. There are many, many activities in this one packet of cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"accordion group\" is=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion__toggle text-lg\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat ages and grade levels are these cards designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"animated-plus group-expanded:rotate\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypically Kindergarten (ages 5–6) and above. However, students of any age can benefit from these cards if they:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan read phonetically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre curious about animal diets and behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed practice reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer self-correcting activities to teacher correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Maitri Learning","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40477492969612,"sku":"zlcarn","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/7437\/products\/zcarn-mast.png?v=1676053104","url":"https:\/\/maitrilearning.com\/products\/carnivore-3-part-reading","provider":"Maitri Learning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}