Embedded Files
Week of June 15
Week of June 15
No Reading Assignments this week!
No Reading Assignments this week!
Please See Project Pages for Father's Day and other Activities for this week
Please See Project Pages for Father's Day and other Activities for this week
Week of June 8
Week of June 8
This week we are continuing our Fairy Tale Unit. We will read/listen to some traditional Fairy Tales as well as some "Fractured Fairy Tales". Fractured fairy tales take old stories and recreated them to have new ideas! We will be sequencing and using Venn Diagrams to compare the characters in the two stories!
This week we are continuing our Fairy Tale Unit. We will read/listen to some traditional Fairy Tales as well as some "Fractured Fairy Tales". Fractured fairy tales take old stories and recreated them to have new ideas! We will be sequencing and using Venn Diagrams to compare the characters in the two stories!
Monday, June 8th
Monday, June 8th
· Sequence the different events from the story. You can either print out the worksheet and glue it onto a sheet of paper or you can write the sentences in the order that they happened in the story.
· Sequence the different events from the story. You can either print out the worksheet and glue it onto a sheet of paper or you can write the sentences in the order that they happened in the story.
· Complete the rhyming word worksheet
· Complete the rhyming word worksheet
Worksheets needed today:
Worksheets needed today:
· Sequence Part 1 and Sequence Part 2
· Sequence Part 1 and Sequence Part 2
· Rhyming Worksheet
· Rhyming Worksheet
Tuesday, June 9th
Tuesday, June 9th
· Listen to the fractured fairy tale Red Riding Hood was Rotten! This story is told from the Wolves point of view. Remember, a fractured fairy tale takes the old fairy tale story and recreates it to have a new idea. The fractured fairy tale is meant to be silly and funny!
· Listen to the fractured fairy tale Red Riding Hood was Rotten! This story is told from the Wolves point of view. Remember, a fractured fairy tale takes the old fairy tale story and recreates it to have a new idea. The fractured fairy tale is meant to be silly and funny!
· Complete the Venn Diagram comparing the two stories you listened to. The real fairy tale of Little Red Riding Hood and the fractured fairy tale.
· Complete the Venn Diagram comparing the two stories you listened to. The real fairy tale of Little Red Riding Hood and the fractured fairy tale.
· Complete the worksheet for describing your own grandmother.
· Complete the worksheet for describing your own grandmother.
Worksheets needed today:
Worksheets needed today:
· Venn diagram Rotten Red
· Venn diagram Rotten Red
· Describing your own grandmother
· Describing your own grandmother
Wednesday, June 10th
Wednesday, June 10th
· Listen to the story Ninja Red Riding Hood. This is another fractured fairy tale about Little Red Riding Hood:
· Listen to the story Ninja Red Riding Hood. This is another fractured fairy tale about Little Red Riding Hood:
· Complete the worksheet for character traits about the wolf and about Red (Some examples of character traits are: smart, clever, sneaky, scary, athletic)
· Complete the worksheet for character traits about the wolf and about Red (Some examples of character traits are: smart, clever, sneaky, scary, athletic)
· Complete the Venn diagram comparing and contrasting both characters.
· Complete the Venn diagram comparing and contrasting both characters.
Worksheets needed today:
Worksheets needed today:
· Venn diagram of Red and the Wolf
· Venn diagram of Red and the Wolf
· Character traits for the Wolf and Red
· Character traits for the Wolf and Red
Thursday, June 11th
Thursday, June 11th
· Today for reading and writing think about the three stories that you heard so far this week
· Today for reading and writing think about the three stories that you heard so far this week
· Complete the WANTED Poster for the Wolf. Feel free to create your own Wanted Poster if you would prefer
· Complete the WANTED Poster for the Wolf. Feel free to create your own Wanted Poster if you would prefer
Worksheets needed today:
Worksheets needed today:
· Wanted Poster
· Wanted Poster
Friday, June 11th
Friday, June 11th
For reading and writing today you will be watching the animated short film, Hair Love! You can watch with a family member and chat about the questions on the attached Word Document or you can fill out the answers and submit to your teacher. Enjoy!
For reading and writing today you will be watching the animated short film, Hair Love! You can watch with a family member and chat about the questions on the attached Word Document or you can fill out the answers and submit to your teacher. Enjoy!
Mondays's File
Mondays's File
Tursdays's File
Tursdays's File
Wednesday's File
Wednesday's File
Week of June 8 - Sequencing Part 1.pdfWeek of June 8 - Red Riding Hood Was Rotten Venn diagram.pdfWeek of June 8 - Wolf and Red Venn Diagram.pdfWeek of June 8 - Sequencing Part 2.pdfWeek of June 8 - Describing your own grandmother.pdfWeek of June 8 - Character traits of the Wolf.pdfWeek of June 8 - Rhyming words worksheet.pdfWeek of June 8 - Character traits of Red.pdfThursdays's File
Thursdays's File
Fridays's File
Fridays's File
Week of June 8 - Wanted Poster.docxReading - Pixar - Hair Love - June 8.docxWeek of June 1
Week of June 1
This week we are starting our Fairy Tale Unit. We will read/listen to some traditional Fairy Tales as well as some "Fractured Fairy Tales". Fractured fairy tales take old stories and recreated them to have new ideas! We will be thinking of new endings and using Venn Diagrams to compare the characters in the two stories!
This week we are starting our Fairy Tale Unit. We will read/listen to some traditional Fairy Tales as well as some "Fractured Fairy Tales". Fractured fairy tales take old stories and recreated them to have new ideas! We will be thinking of new endings and using Venn Diagrams to compare the characters in the two stories!
Monday, June 1st
Monday, June 1st
· Step 1 - Listen to the story Cinderella:
· Step 1 - Listen to the story Cinderella:
· Step 2 – Complete the following sentence “If I had a Fairy Godmother…….”
· Step 2 – Complete the following sentence “If I had a Fairy Godmother…….”
· Step 3 - You can write a few sentences about what you would do if you had a fairy godmother just like Cinderella did. Use a separate sheet of paper to write your response. Remember to use capital letters, punctuation and your best spelling.
· Step 3 - You can write a few sentences about what you would do if you had a fairy godmother just like Cinderella did. Use a separate sheet of paper to write your response. Remember to use capital letters, punctuation and your best spelling.
Tuesday, June 2nd
Tuesday, June 2nd
Today we are going to listen to a fractured fairy tale. A fractured fairy tale takes the old fairy tale story and recreates it to have a new idea. It’s a funny one!
Today we are going to listen to a fractured fairy tale. A fractured fairy tale takes the old fairy tale story and recreates it to have a new idea. It’s a funny one!
· Step 1 - Listen to the story “Seriously, Cinderella Is SO Annoying!”
· Step 1 - Listen to the story “Seriously, Cinderella Is SO Annoying!”
· Step 2 – You will fill out the attached Venn diagram (See below for file) about the two stories you have heard. The real fairy tale of Cinderella and the fractured fairy tale. Remember the center of the Venn diagram is how the two stories are the same. The outside sections of the Venn diagram are for how the two stories are different.
· Step 2 – You will fill out the attached Venn diagram (See below for file) about the two stories you have heard. The real fairy tale of Cinderella and the fractured fairy tale. Remember the center of the Venn diagram is how the two stories are the same. The outside sections of the Venn diagram are for how the two stories are different.
Wednesday, June 3rd
Wednesday, June 3rd
Today we are going to see Cinderella the Untold Story. This tale is told from the step-sister’s point of view.
Today we are going to see Cinderella the Untold Story. This tale is told from the step-sister’s point of view.
· Step 1 - Listen to the fractured fairy tale Cinderella the Untold Story.
· Step 1 - Listen to the fractured fairy tale Cinderella the Untold Story.
· Step 2 - Map out Cinderella’s Royal Kingdom. You can use the file I attached or draw the kingdom free hand and then label it.
· Step 2 - Map out Cinderella’s Royal Kingdom. You can use the file I attached or draw the kingdom free hand and then label it.
Thursday, June 4th
Thursday, June 4th
Today we are again going to listen to a fractured fairy tale. The character in this tale is a Cinder “Fella”, with the main character a boy!
Today we are again going to listen to a fractured fairy tale. The character in this tale is a Cinder “Fella”, with the main character a boy!
· Step 1 - Listen to the story Sidney Rella.
· Step 1 - Listen to the story Sidney Rella.
· Step 2 – Complete the Let’s Chat Cinderella worksheet I have attached.
· Step 2 – Complete the Let’s Chat Cinderella worksheet I have attached.
· Step 3 – Color a picture of a glass shoe or glass sneaker. You can choose one to color in and attach to your writing.
· Step 3 – Color a picture of a glass shoe or glass sneaker. You can choose one to color in and attach to your writing.
Email me a copy of something that you worked on this week for the Cinderella Fairy Tale. Next week we will read and learn about a different fairy tale!
Email me a copy of something that you worked on this week for the Cinderella Fairy Tale. Next week we will read and learn about a different fairy tale!
Friday – Pixar
Friday – Pixar
Today you will be watching a very cute short film, Mouse For Sale. When you are watching the film, think about all of the questions I ask while reading a picture book. I ask you to predict what the story is going to be about from the cover and the title. Then I may stop along the way and ask you about the problem and how the main character might solve the problem. After watching the entire film, you can complete one or two pages from the packet! You DO NOT have to do all of the pages! Enjoy! This is one of my very favorite short films!!
Today you will be watching a very cute short film, Mouse For Sale. When you are watching the film, think about all of the questions I ask while reading a picture book. I ask you to predict what the story is going to be about from the cover and the title. Then I may stop along the way and ask you about the problem and how the main character might solve the problem. After watching the entire film, you can complete one or two pages from the packet! You DO NOT have to do all of the pages! Enjoy! This is one of my very favorite short films!!
Tuesday's File
Tuesday's File
Wednesday's File
Wednesday's File
Cinderella Venn diagram.pdfCinderella - Mapping the Royal Family worksheet.pdfThursday's Files
Thursday's Files
Friday's File
Friday's File
Cinderella - Let's chat Cinderella writing response.pdfReading Week of June 1 - Pixar - Mouse for Sale.pdfCinderella's glass sneaker.pdfCinderella's glass slipper.pdfCinderella response examples.pdfWeek of May 25 -End Of Unit Celebration!
Week of May 25 -End Of Unit Celebration!
Let's Compare and Contrast Ourselves to Our Favorite Series Characters!
Let's Compare and Contrast Ourselves to Our Favorite Series Characters!
(Worksheet are attached below!)
(Worksheet are attached below!)
Monday May 25 - Memorial Day!!!
Monday May 25 - Memorial Day!!!
Tuesday May 26
Tuesday May 26
Today I want to teach you that good second grade readers compare themselves to their favorite book characters in a series. When reading series books, good readers notice similarities and differences between themselves and their favorite characters. As we end this Series Books Unit you will be completing a Venn diagram comparing and contrasting yourself to your beloved main character.
Today I want to teach you that good second grade readers compare themselves to their favorite book characters in a series. When reading series books, good readers notice similarities and differences between themselves and their favorite characters. As we end this Series Books Unit you will be completing a Venn diagram comparing and contrasting yourself to your beloved main character.
Page 1
Page 1
Directions:
Directions:
· Choose your favorite book series character
· Choose your favorite book series character
· Put the title of your book and the author at the top of the page
· Put the title of your book and the author at the top of the page
· Fill in your name and the name of your character at the top of the Venn diagram
· Fill in your name and the name of your character at the top of the Venn diagram
* Fill in 3 ways that you and your book character are the same.
* Fill in 3 ways that you and your book character are the same.
Examples: boys, smart, have older brother
Examples: boys, smart, have older brother
Write this information in the middle of the Venn diagram where it is labeled Same.
Write this information in the middle of the Venn diagram where it is labeled Same.
· Fill in 3 ways that you and your book character are different. Think about how you and you character are NOT alike (opposite)
· Fill in 3 ways that you and your book character are different. Think about how you and you character are NOT alike (opposite)
Examples
Examples
I am short My character is tall
I am short My character is tall
I am neat My character is sloppy
I am neat My character is sloppy
I am energetic My character is lazy
I am energetic My character is lazy
Page 2:
Page 2:
Directions:
Directions:
· Put the title of your book and the author at the top of the page
· Put the title of your book and the author at the top of the page
· Fill in your name and the name of your character at the top of the Venn diagram
· Fill in your name and the name of your character at the top of the Venn diagram
· Draw a picture of you and your favorite series character that you used in your Venn diagram on page 1.
· Draw a picture of you and your favorite series character that you used in your Venn diagram on page 1.
Wednesday May 27
Wednesday May 27
Today I want to again review that good second grade readers compare themselves to their favorite book characters in a series. As we end this Series Books Unit you will be writing sentences comparing and contrasting yourself to your beloved main character.
Today I want to again review that good second grade readers compare themselves to their favorite book characters in a series. As we end this Series Books Unit you will be writing sentences comparing and contrasting yourself to your beloved main character.
Page 1
Page 1
Directions:
Directions:
· Today you will be using your same favorite book series character from yesterday.
· Today you will be using your same favorite book series character from yesterday.
· Put your name, today’s date, the title of your book and the author at the top of the page.
· Put your name, today’s date, the title of your book and the author at the top of the page.
* Using your Venn diagram from yesterday, choose two of the three ways that you and your character are the SAME.
* Using your Venn diagram from yesterday, choose two of the three ways that you and your character are the SAME.
* Next use each word/phrase in their own full sentence.
* Next use each word/phrase in their own full sentence.
Write this information on the form where is says Same 1 and Same 2.
Write this information on the form where is says Same 1 and Same 2.
Example:
Example:
We are both active boys that enjoy playing lacrosse.
We are both active boys that enjoy playing lacrosse.
We are both smart and do very well at school.
We are both smart and do very well at school.
* Using your Venn diagram, choose two of the three ways that you and your character are different. Next use each phrase in their own full sentence to write about how you and your book character are different. Write this information where is says Different 1 and Different 2.
* Using your Venn diagram, choose two of the three ways that you and your character are different. Next use each phrase in their own full sentence to write about how you and your book character are different. Write this information where is says Different 1 and Different 2.
Example:
Example:
I am very short and my character is extremely tall.
I am very short and my character is extremely tall.
I am as energetic as a bunny and my character is as lazy as my brother.
I am as energetic as a bunny and my character is as lazy as my brother.
Thursday May 28 - Virtual Field Trip to the Atlanta Aquarium - See separate Page on Website!!!
Thursday May 28 - Virtual Field Trip to the Atlanta Aquarium - See separate Page on Website!!!
Friday May 29
Friday May 29
Today you will be watching the Disney Pixar The Present. You should watch with a family member so that afterwards you can discuss the story elements. What did the animators want us to learn from this film? That's the theme of the story! There is a story element worksheet that you can fill out and send to your teacher if you'd like! Otherwise, you can just chat with your family about characters, setting, problem, solution and the theme of the story! Enjoy and happy Friday!
Today you will be watching the Disney Pixar The Present. You should watch with a family member so that afterwards you can discuss the story elements. What did the animators want us to learn from this film? That's the theme of the story! There is a story element worksheet that you can fill out and send to your teacher if you'd like! Otherwise, you can just chat with your family about characters, setting, problem, solution and the theme of the story! Enjoy and happy Friday!
Reading Week of May 25 - Celebration Worksheets.docxReading Week of May 25 - Pixar - The Present.pdfTuesday May 19
Tuesday May 19
Yesterday you learned authors craft is not just the words they use, but also the way those words are placed on the page. Authors include signals in the print - like bold or italic font or large type or even teeny tiny things like commas and periods - to tell the reader how they want a story to sound.
Yesterday you learned authors craft is not just the words they use, but also the way those words are placed on the page. Authors include signals in the print - like bold or italic font or large type or even teeny tiny things like commas and periods - to tell the reader how they want a story to sound.
Today you will focus on how authors use punctuation.
Today you will focus on how authors use punctuation.
Here are some examples of punctuation in sentences:
Here are some examples of punctuation in sentences:
- I am working on my reading skills. (period-stating a fact)
- I LOVE working on my reading skills! (exclamation point-showing excitement)
- Do you love working on your reading skills? (question mark-asking a question)
- Sally, Jane and John like to work on their reading skills. (commas-making a list)
* When reading your assigned series book, select a page or two of your story that has lots of punctuation!
* When reading your assigned series book, select a page or two of your story that has lots of punctuation!
Track it on the attached Author’s Craft Sheet. (Will be used Tues., Wed., Thurs.)
Track it on the attached Author’s Craft Sheet. (Will be used Tues., Wed., Thurs.)
* Talk together with a family member about the punctuation that helped you read these pages
* Talk together with a family member about the punctuation that helped you read these pages
Reading - Monday - May 18 - Authors Craft Worksheet - Punct - Caps - Bold - Ital.docxWednesday May 20
Wednesday May 20
This week you have been learning that authors craft is not just the words they use, but also the way those words are placed on the page.
This week you have been learning that authors craft is not just the words they use, but also the way those words are placed on the page.
Today you will focus on how authors use capital letters in words and phrases.
Today you will focus on how authors use capital letters in words and phrases.
Here are some examples of how capital letters in sentences can change how the sentence wants to be read:
Here are some examples of how capital letters in sentences can change how the sentence wants to be read:
- My mom said, “Make the bed.” (No capital letters-stating a fact)
- My mom said, “MAKE THE BED!” (capital letters- is a command-makes you want to yell)
* When reading your assigned series book, select a page or two of your story that has a word or phrase that is ALL capitalized!
* When reading your assigned series book, select a page or two of your story that has a word or phrase that is ALL capitalized!
If you find words or phrases like this, track it on you Author’s Craft Sheet (from yesterday) under the Wednesday section.
If you find words or phrases like this, track it on you Author’s Craft Sheet (from yesterday) under the Wednesday section.
* Talk together with a family member about how the capitalized words or phrases helped you read these pages.
* Talk together with a family member about how the capitalized words or phrases helped you read these pages.
Thursday May 21
Thursday May 21
This week you have been learning that authors craft is not just the words they use, but also the way those words are placed on the page.
This week you have been learning that authors craft is not just the words they use, but also the way those words are placed on the page.
Today you will focus on how authors use (BIU) bold, italicized and underlined print.
Today you will focus on how authors use (BIU) bold, italicized and underlined print.
Watch the following video to see examples of these author’s crafts:
Watch the following video to see examples of these author’s crafts:
Here are some examples of how of bold, italicized and underlined print in sentences. See how this can change how the sentence wants to be read:
Here are some examples of how of bold, italicized and underlined print in sentences. See how this can change how the sentence wants to be read:
- It is a hot day! (bold print)
- It is a freezing day! (italicized print)
- The Snowy Day is written by Ezra Jack Keats. (Underlined)
* When reading your assigned series book, select a page or two of your story that has bold, italicized or underlined print! print like this, track it on the Author’s Craft Sheet under the Thursday section.
* When reading your assigned series book, select a page or two of your story that has bold, italicized or underlined print! print like this, track it on the Author’s Craft Sheet under the Thursday section.
* Talk together with a family member about the bold, italicized or underlined print and how it helped you read these pages.
* Talk together with a family member about the bold, italicized or underlined print and how it helped you read these pages.
Friday May 22
Friday May 22
Today you will be watching the Disney Pixar short film, For the Birds. While you are watching the video, think about what the little birds are doing to the bigger bird. What would we call this behavior if the characters were children instead of birds? What do the little birds learn?
Today you will be watching the Disney Pixar short film, For the Birds. While you are watching the video, think about what the little birds are doing to the bigger bird. What would we call this behavior if the characters were children instead of birds? What do the little birds learn?
You can print out the attached worksheet and fill in your answers, or you can use the worksheet as a guide to have a conversation with a family member! Have fun!!
You can print out the attached worksheet and fill in your answers, or you can use the worksheet as a guide to have a conversation with a family member! Have fun!!
Reading Week of May 18 - Pixar - For the Birds.pdfWeek of May 11 - Literary Language - Idioms and Onomatopoeia!
Week of May 11 - Literary Language - Idioms and Onomatopoeia!
In order to complete this week’s reading assignments please access the books in your child’s Epic mailbox or use any appropriate books that you might have at home
In order to complete this week’s reading assignments please access the books in your child’s Epic mailbox or use any appropriate books that you might have at home
This week I want to teach you that when readers study an author's craft, they pay attention to the words that an author has used. Readers notice ways in which authors use words to make an even simple, ordinary thing be extraordinary, and they wonder, "What does the author really mean?"
This week I want to teach you that when readers study an author's craft, they pay attention to the words that an author has used. Readers notice ways in which authors use words to make an even simple, ordinary thing be extraordinary, and they wonder, "What does the author really mean?"
Monday May 11
Monday May 11
For today the literary language that we will be focusing on is idioms.
For today the literary language that we will be focusing on is idioms.
Definition: An idiom is an expression that doesn’t exactly mean what the words say.
Definition: An idiom is an expression that doesn’t exactly mean what the words say.
Example: I’m tongue tied! - This means it is hard to say.
Example: I’m tongue tied! - This means it is hard to say.
Watch the video: Everyday Idioms Made Easy
Watch the video: Everyday Idioms Made Easy
Write down your two favorite idioms and their meaning from the video
Write down your two favorite idioms and their meaning from the video
Example: Under the weather means -feeling unwell or sick.
Example: Under the weather means -feeling unwell or sick.
Idiom Meaning
Idiom Meaning
1. ______________________- _________________________________
1. ______________________- _________________________________
2. ______________________- _________________________________
2. ______________________- _________________________________
Today when you are reading your series books, remember to look for idioms. If your book doesn’t have any idioms be on the lookout for: character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Today when you are reading your series books, remember to look for idioms. If your book doesn’t have any idioms be on the lookout for: character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Tuesday May 12
Tuesday May 12
For today the literary language that we will be focusing again on is idioms.
For today the literary language that we will be focusing again on is idioms.
Definition: An idiom is an expression that doesn’t exactly mean what the words say.
Definition: An idiom is an expression that doesn’t exactly mean what the words say.
Example: Break a leg! This means good luck!
Example: Break a leg! This means good luck!
Today your challenge will be to listen/read along with the book “More Parts” by Tedd Arnold. Please find at least three of your favorite idioms and tell what they really mean.
Today your challenge will be to listen/read along with the book “More Parts” by Tedd Arnold. Please find at least three of your favorite idioms and tell what they really mean.
Watch the video More Parts by Tedd Arnold
Watch the video More Parts by Tedd Arnold
Idiom Meaning
Idiom Meaning
1. ______________________- _________________________________
1. ______________________- _________________________________
2. ______________________- _________________________________
2. ______________________- _________________________________
3. ______________________- _________________________________
3. ______________________- _________________________________
Today when you are reading your series books, remember to look for idioms. If your book doesn’t have any idioms be on the lookout for: similes, character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Today when you are reading your series books, remember to look for idioms. If your book doesn’t have any idioms be on the lookout for: similes, character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Wednesday May 13
Wednesday May 13
For today the literary language that we will be focusing on is onomatopoeia.
For today the literary language that we will be focusing on is onomatopoeia.
Definition: Onomatopoeia is a word that names a sound, but also sounds like that sound.
Definition: Onomatopoeia is a word that names a sound, but also sounds like that sound.
Example: CRASH - This means that something dropped or broke.
Example: CRASH - This means that something dropped or broke.
Watch the video Onomatopoeia Lesson-What is Onomatopoeia?
Watch the video Onomatopoeia Lesson-What is Onomatopoeia?
Write down your two favorite onomatopoeia sounds and describing what it is used for.
Write down your two favorite onomatopoeia sounds and describing what it is used for.
Example: Howling -the sound an animal makes when it is yelling.
Example: Howling -the sound an animal makes when it is yelling.
Onomatopoeia Word Description
Onomatopoeia Word Description
1. ______________________________- _________________________________
1. ______________________________- _________________________________
2. ______________________________- _________________________________
2. ______________________________- _________________________________
Today when you are reading your series books, remember to look for onomatopoeia words. If your book doesn’t have any onomatopoeia words, you can be on the lookout for: idioms, similes, character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Today when you are reading your series books, remember to look for onomatopoeia words. If your book doesn’t have any onomatopoeia words, you can be on the lookout for: idioms, similes, character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Thursday May 14
Thursday May 14
Today we are once again studying literary language focusing on is onomatopoeia.
Today we are once again studying literary language focusing on is onomatopoeia.
Definition: Onomatopoeia is a word that names a sound, but also sounds like that sound.
Definition: Onomatopoeia is a word that names a sound, but also sounds like that sound.
Example: BOOM - This usually means a loud sound like thunder.
Example: BOOM - This usually means a loud sound like thunder.
Watch the video Muncha, Muncha, Muncha by : Candace Fleming
Watch the video Muncha, Muncha, Muncha by : Candace Fleming
While watching the video be listening for onomatopoeia words and think about what they are describing.
While watching the video be listening for onomatopoeia words and think about what they are describing.
Write down three onomatopoeia words and describe what they are being used for.
Write down three onomatopoeia words and describe what they are being used for.
Onomatopoeia Word Description
Onomatopoeia Word Description
1. ______________________________- _________________________________
1. ______________________________- _________________________________
2. ______________________________- _________________________________
2. ______________________________- _________________________________
3. ______________________________- _________________________________
3. ______________________________- _________________________________
Today when you are reading your series books, remember to look for Onomatopoeia words. If your book doesn’t have any onomatopoeia words-be on the lookout for: idioms, similes, character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Today when you are reading your series books, remember to look for Onomatopoeia words. If your book doesn’t have any onomatopoeia words-be on the lookout for: idioms, similes, character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Friday – Pixar Video - LOU
Friday – Pixar Video - LOU
Today for reading you will be watching the Disney Pixar Short - LOU. While watching, think about the LESSON of the story. What are the main characters learning about friendship? After you have watched the short film, you can pick any page (or all the pages) from the packet to do. Have FUN!!
Today for reading you will be watching the Disney Pixar Short - LOU. While watching, think about the LESSON of the story. What are the main characters learning about friendship? After you have watched the short film, you can pick any page (or all the pages) from the packet to do. Have FUN!!
Reading Week of May 11 - Pixar - Lou - 3 Pages.docxWeek of May 4 - Literary Language - Similes and Metaphors
Week of May 4 - Literary Language - Similes and Metaphors
In order to complete this week’s reading assignments please access the books in your child’s Epic mailbox or use any appropriate books that you might have at home
In order to complete this week’s reading assignments please access the books in your child’s Epic mailbox or use any appropriate books that you might have at home
Monday May 4
Monday May 4
This week I want to teach you that when readers study an author's craft, they pay attention to the words that an author has used. Readers notice ways in which authors use words to make an even simple, ordinary thing be extraordinary, and they wonder, "What does the author really mean?"
This week I want to teach you that when readers study an author's craft, they pay attention to the words that an author has used. Readers notice ways in which authors use words to make an even simple, ordinary thing be extraordinary, and they wonder, "What does the author really mean?"
For today the literary language that we will be focusing on is similes.
For today the literary language that we will be focusing on is similes.
Definition: A simile compares two things using like or as.
Definition: A simile compares two things using like or as.
Example: My teacher is as sweet as an ice-cream sundae with a cherry on top.
Example: My teacher is as sweet as an ice-cream sundae with a cherry on top.
This means that she is VERY sweet (of course I am).
This means that she is VERY sweet (of course I am).
Watch the video: My Dog is as Smelly as Dirty Socks.
Watch the video: My Dog is as Smelly as Dirty Socks.
What does the author mean by:
What does the author mean by:
My daddy is as fun as a party favor: ________________________________________________________
My daddy is as fun as a party favor: ________________________________________________________
He is as playful as a spinning top: ___________________________________________________
He is as playful as a spinning top: ___________________________________________________
Today, when you are reading your series books, remember to look for similes-sentences that compare things using like or as. If your book doesn’t have any similes be on the lookout for: character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Today, when you are reading your series books, remember to look for similes-sentences that compare things using like or as. If your book doesn’t have any similes be on the lookout for: character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Tuesday May 5
Tuesday May 5
For today we are again going to be focusing on similes.
For today we are again going to be focusing on similes.
Definition: Remember a simile compares two things using like or as.
Definition: Remember a simile compares two things using like or as.
Example: My teacher is as smart as Albert Einstein
Example: My teacher is as smart as Albert Einstein
This means that she is REALLY smart (of course I am).
This means that she is REALLY smart (of course I am).
Watch the video: Skin Like Milk, Hair Like Silk (Stop at minute 1:48)
Watch the video: Skin Like Milk, Hair Like Silk (Stop at minute 1:48)
What does the author mean by:
What does the author mean by:
Skin like milk: ________________________________________________________
Skin like milk: ________________________________________________________
Her tears ran like rain: __________________________________________________
Her tears ran like rain: __________________________________________________
Today When you are reading your series books, remember to look for similes-sentences that compare things using like or as. If your book doesn’t have any similes be on the lookout for: character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Today When you are reading your series books, remember to look for similes-sentences that compare things using like or as. If your book doesn’t have any similes be on the lookout for: character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Wednesday May 6
Wednesday May 6
For today the literary language that we will be focusing on is metaphors.
For today the literary language that we will be focusing on is metaphors.
A metaphor is a way of describing something by calling it something else.
A metaphor is a way of describing something by calling it something else.
Example: Joe is a chicken. (This means he is scared)
Example: Joe is a chicken. (This means he is scared)
Watch the video Skin Like Milk, Hair Like Silk. Start at minute 1:50 and finish the book.
Watch the video Skin Like Milk, Hair Like Silk. Start at minute 1:50 and finish the book.
What does the author mean by:
What does the author mean by:
You are my sunshine: ________________________________________________________
You are my sunshine: ________________________________________________________
The singer is a star: ___________________________________________________
The singer is a star: ___________________________________________________
Today, when you are reading your series books, remember to look for Metaphors-sentences that describe something by calling it something else. If your book doesn’t have any metaphors be on the lookout for: similes, character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Today, when you are reading your series books, remember to look for Metaphors-sentences that describe something by calling it something else. If your book doesn’t have any metaphors be on the lookout for: similes, character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Thursday May 7
Thursday May 7
For today the literary language that we will be focusing on is metaphors.
For today the literary language that we will be focusing on is metaphors.
A metaphor is a way of describing something by calling it something else.
A metaphor is a way of describing something by calling it something else.
Example: Joe is nutty when he dances (this means he is crazy!)
Example: Joe is nutty when he dances (this means he is crazy!)
Watch the video Metaphors For Children:
Watch the video Metaphors For Children:
What does the author mean by:
What does the author mean by:
Ben was a cheetah at the race today: ________________________________________________________
Ben was a cheetah at the race today: ________________________________________________________
The snow was a white blanket on the ground: ___________________________________________________
The snow was a white blanket on the ground: ___________________________________________________
Today When you are reading your series books, remember to look for Metaphors-sentences that describe something by calling it something else. If your book doesn’t have any metaphors be on the lookout for: similes, character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Today When you are reading your series books, remember to look for Metaphors-sentences that describe something by calling it something else. If your book doesn’t have any metaphors be on the lookout for: similes, character relationships, setting, dialogue, dialogue tags and onomatopoeia. You can Stop and Jot any of these things that you notice.
Friday May 8 – Pixar – Lifted
Friday May 8 – Pixar – Lifted
Today for reading you will be watching the Pixar Short - LIFTED. This week you learned that authors use vivid language to describe the setting of a story. Sometimes, they also use sound words (onomatopoeia) to make stories more exciting. This film has very little sound. If it had been written as a picture book, what are some sounds words the author would have used to make the actions come to life? You can use the attached PDF file to help you make a list of these words.
Today for reading you will be watching the Pixar Short - LIFTED. This week you learned that authors use vivid language to describe the setting of a story. Sometimes, they also use sound words (onomatopoeia) to make stories more exciting. This film has very little sound. If it had been written as a picture book, what are some sounds words the author would have used to make the actions come to life? You can use the attached PDF file to help you make a list of these words.
Another skill that we have worked on all year with our partners, is RETELLING. Use the same PDF file to sequence the events in LIFTED. Then, use those pictures as a prompt to help you retell the major events in the story in a clear, concise manner to your parents/siblings! Have FUN!! pictures as a prompt to help you retell the major events in the story in a clear, concise manner to your parents/siblings! Have FUN!!
Another skill that we have worked on all year with our partners, is RETELLING. Use the same PDF file to sequence the events in LIFTED. Then, use those pictures as a prompt to help you retell the major events in the story in a clear, concise manner to your parents/siblings! Have FUN!! pictures as a prompt to help you retell the major events in the story in a clear, concise manner to your parents/siblings! Have FUN!!
Disney Pixar - Lifted worksheet --->
Disney Pixar - Lifted worksheet --->
Reading Week of May 4 - Pixar - Lifted.pdfWeek of April 27 - Characters and their Friends in Series Books
Week of April 27 - Characters and their Friends in Series Books
In order to complete this week’s reading assignments please access the series books in your child’s Epic mailbox or use any series books that you might have at home.
In order to complete this week’s reading assignments please access the series books in your child’s Epic mailbox or use any series books that you might have at home.
Monday April 27
Monday April 27
Today I want to teach you that to have deep ideas about a character it helps to study that person's relationships with others. What's the person like in one relationship? Another? How does the character act around other characters?
Today I want to teach you that to have deep ideas about a character it helps to study that person's relationships with others. What's the person like in one relationship? Another? How does the character act around other characters?
Please watch the video of Pinky and Rex and the Bully Part 1. Stop at the end of chapter 1 (minute 3.04)
Please watch the video of Pinky and Rex and the Bully Part 1. Stop at the end of chapter 1 (minute 3.04)
Now what’s the relationship with Pinky and the bully (Kevin)?
Now what’s the relationship with Pinky and the bully (Kevin)?
What did we notice about how Pinky reacts when he is with the bully (Kevin)?
What did we notice about how Pinky reacts when he is with the bully (Kevin)?
In this relationship Pinky acts scared, embarrassed and shy.
In this relationship Pinky acts scared, embarrassed and shy.
Today read a series book from your EPIC mailbox or a book from home and find your main character. Then tell how he/she acts in their relationship with another character in the book.
Today read a series book from your EPIC mailbox or a book from home and find your main character. Then tell how he/she acts in their relationship with another character in the book.
Main Character-________________________________________
Main Character-________________________________________
Second Character-_______________________________________
Second Character-_______________________________________
How the main character is feeling/reacting to the second character- ______________________________
How the main character is feeling/reacting to the second character- ______________________________
Tuesday April 28
Tuesday April 28
Remember when you have deep ideas about a character it helps to study that person's relationships with others. What's the person like in one relationship? Another? How does the character act around other characters?
Remember when you have deep ideas about a character it helps to study that person's relationships with others. What's the person like in one relationship? Another? How does the character act around other characters?
Please watch the video of Pinky and Rex and the Bully Part 1. Start at minute 3.05. Stop at the end of chapter 2 (minute 5.22).
Please watch the video of Pinky and Rex and the Bully Part 1. Start at minute 3.05. Stop at the end of chapter 2 (minute 5.22).
Now what’s the relationship with Pinky and Ms. Morgan?
Now what’s the relationship with Pinky and Ms. Morgan?
What did we notice about how Pinky reacts when he is with Ms. Morgan?
What did we notice about how Pinky reacts when he is with Ms. Morgan?
In this relationship Pinky acts quiet, polite and calm. He is not scared like he was with the bully (Kevin).
In this relationship Pinky acts quiet, polite and calm. He is not scared like he was with the bully (Kevin).
Today reread the book from your EPIC mailbox or a book that you used from home and use the same main character. Then tell how he/she acts in their relationship with a third character in the book.
Today reread the book from your EPIC mailbox or a book that you used from home and use the same main character. Then tell how he/she acts in their relationship with a third character in the book.
Main Character-________________________________________
Main Character-________________________________________
Third Character-_______________________________________
Third Character-_______________________________________
How the main character is feeling/reacting to the third character- ______________________________
How the main character is feeling/reacting to the third character- ______________________________
Wednesday April 29
Wednesday April 29
Today I want to teach you that authors use vivid language to describe the setting of a story. Sometimes, they also use sound words (onomatopoeia) to make stories more exciting.
Today I want to teach you that authors use vivid language to describe the setting of a story. Sometimes, they also use sound words (onomatopoeia) to make stories more exciting.
Please watch the video of Pinky and Rex and the Bully Part 2. Stop at the end of chapter 3 (2.55)
Please watch the video of Pinky and Rex and the Bully Part 2. Stop at the end of chapter 3 (2.55)
Now what is the setting of this chapter? It was the schoolyard.
Now what is the setting of this chapter? It was the schoolyard.
Did you hear any sound words (onomatopoeia)? One of the children said, “OOOOOOOOH”.
Did you hear any sound words (onomatopoeia)? One of the children said, “OOOOOOOOH”.
Other possible sounds could have been splash, smack, and whoooosh.
Other possible sounds could have been splash, smack, and whoooosh.
Readers, it's time to go off and continue to read books that are in your series. Be sure to pay attention to how the author paints a vivid picture of the setting. Keep an ear out for any sound words too!
Readers, it's time to go off and continue to read books that are in your series. Be sure to pay attention to how the author paints a vivid picture of the setting. Keep an ear out for any sound words too!
The setting mostly takes place at _____________________________
The setting mostly takes place at _____________________________
List any sound words that you notice in your book-
List any sound words that you notice in your book-
_____________________ ______________________ ____________________ _____________________
_____________________ ______________________ ____________________ _____________________
Thursday April 30
Thursday April 30
Today I want to teach you that authors use vivid language not only to describe the setting of a story but also in dialogue between characters. Dialogue is conversation between characters and dialogue tags are the words that let you know which character is speaking.
Today I want to teach you that authors use vivid language not only to describe the setting of a story but also in dialogue between characters. Dialogue is conversation between characters and dialogue tags are the words that let you know which character is speaking.
Please watch the video of Pinky and Rex and the Bully Part 2. Start at Chapter 4 minute 2.55. Stop at the end of chapter 4.
Please watch the video of Pinky and Rex and the Bully Part 2. Start at Chapter 4 minute 2.55. Stop at the end of chapter 4.
Now what were some dialogue tags used in this chapter? They were asked and said. (Some juicier dialogue tags include screamed, cried and yelled).
Now what were some dialogue tags used in this chapter? They were asked and said. (Some juicier dialogue tags include screamed, cried and yelled).
Readers, it's time to go off and continue to read books that are in your series. Be sure to pay attention to how the author paints a vivid picture using dialogue and dialogue tags. Keep an ear out for examples of juicy dialogue tags and how they help you know how the character is feeling.
Readers, it's time to go off and continue to read books that are in your series. Be sure to pay attention to how the author paints a vivid picture using dialogue and dialogue tags. Keep an ear out for examples of juicy dialogue tags and how they help you know how the character is feeling.
List dialogue tags that you find in your series books:
List dialogue tags that you find in your series books:
__________________ __________________ ___________________ __________________
__________________ __________________ ___________________ __________________
Friday May 1 (see attached worksheet below)
Friday May 1 (see attached worksheet below)
For Friday’s reading lesson, you will be watching the Disney Pixar Short Film PIPER! Using this film, you will answer questions about character, setting, problem and solution. These are the same types of skills that you use when reading your stories! You can use the attached form, or you can chat with a family member about the story elements. We hope you enjoy this “Video-Aloud”
For Friday’s reading lesson, you will be watching the Disney Pixar Short Film PIPER! Using this film, you will answer questions about character, setting, problem and solution. These are the same types of skills that you use when reading your stories! You can use the attached form, or you can chat with a family member about the story elements. We hope you enjoy this “Video-Aloud”
The optional worksheet is attached.
The optional worksheet is attached.
Disney Pixar - Piper worksheet --->
Disney Pixar - Piper worksheet --->
Reading - Week of April 27 - Friday - Piper.pdfWeek of April 20 - More on Characters in Series Books
Week of April 20 - More on Characters in Series Books
In order to complete Monday and Tuesday’s reading assignments please access the series books in your child’s Epic mailbox or use any series books that you might have at home.
In order to complete Monday and Tuesday’s reading assignments please access the series books in your child’s Epic mailbox or use any series books that you might have at home.
Monday
Monday
Today I want to teach you that when you read a bunch of books across a series, sometimes you'll notice things about the character that are the SAME in book after book.
Today I want to teach you that when you read a bunch of books across a series, sometimes you'll notice things about the character that are the SAME in book after book.
Series books are pretty predictable! Picking up a series book is a lot like watching your favorite TV show. In Toy Story Woody is always a leader. He stands up for the toys, he calls the meetings and always makes a plan. Buzz Lightyear is always the superhero who saves the day and rescues the toys. The characters are the same, and the roles they play are similar in each episode.
Series books are pretty predictable! Picking up a series book is a lot like watching your favorite TV show. In Toy Story Woody is always a leader. He stands up for the toys, he calls the meetings and always makes a plan. Buzz Lightyear is always the superhero who saves the day and rescues the toys. The characters are the same, and the roles they play are similar in each episode.
Today you will again be collecting knowledge on the main character(s) but this time it will be in the first book in a series. Notice how the character talks and acts.
Today you will again be collecting knowledge on the main character(s) but this time it will be in the first book in a series. Notice how the character talks and acts.
Make a list of 3-4 things that show how your character acts.
Make a list of 3-4 things that show how your character acts.
Tuesday
Tuesday
Today we are going to continue working on reading books across a series, and noticing things about the character(s) that are the SAME in book after book.
Today we are going to continue working on reading books across a series, and noticing things about the character(s) that are the SAME in book after book.
Remember series books are pretty predictable!
Remember series books are pretty predictable!
Re-read your list of character actions from yesterday.
Re-read your list of character actions from yesterday.
Today you will read the second book in your series and notice if your main character talks and acts in a similar way.
Today you will read the second book in your series and notice if your main character talks and acts in a similar way.
Go back to your list from yesterday. Highlight anything that your character did or said that was similar in both books. Add anything new behaviors in a different color.
Go back to your list from yesterday. Highlight anything that your character did or said that was similar in both books. Add anything new behaviors in a different color.
Wednesday
Wednesday
Today I want to teach you that when you are an expert on a character, you can understand that character like you understand your best friend. You think, "Why did he ...?" or "Why did she...?" and THEN you can think of answers too!
Today I want to teach you that when you are an expert on a character, you can understand that character like you understand your best friend. You think, "Why did he ...?" or "Why did she...?" and THEN you can think of answers too!
We know Buzz so well. If Jessie is stuck in a tree and Buzz is on the ground, what do you think Buzz would do? SAVE HER of course!!!!!
We know Buzz so well. If Jessie is stuck in a tree and Buzz is on the ground, what do you think Buzz would do? SAVE HER of course!!!!!
Today you will go back to the series book that you read on Monday.
Today you will go back to the series book that you read on Monday.
· Find the problem that your main character faced.
· Find the problem that your main character faced.
· Write down the problem
· Write down the problem
· Think and write down a different solution
· Think and write down a different solution
· Remember it must be something that your character would actually do
· Remember it must be something that your character would actually do
Thursday
Thursday
Today we are going to continue working on being experts on characters in a series.
Today we are going to continue working on being experts on characters in a series.
We know Woody so well. If the toys were all arguing, what do you think Woody would do? CALL A MEETING of course!!!!!
We know Woody so well. If the toys were all arguing, what do you think Woody would do? CALL A MEETING of course!!!!!
Today you will go back to the second book in your series the book that you read on Tuesday.
Today you will go back to the second book in your series the book that you read on Tuesday.
· Find the problem that your main character faced.
· Find the problem that your main character faced.
· Write down the problem
· Write down the problem
· Think and write down a different solution
· Think and write down a different solution
· Remember it must be something that your character would actually do.
· Remember it must be something that your character would actually do.
Friday
Friday
Read the third book in your series. See if you can think about the new skills you’ve learned week.
Read the third book in your series. See if you can think about the new skills you’ve learned week.
· How does the main character act, talk?
· How does the main character act, talk?
· What problems did they solve?
· What problems did they solve?
· Did you predict what they were going to do?
· Did you predict what they were going to do?
· Can you make up your own problem / solution for this character you are getting to know so well?
· Can you make up your own problem / solution for this character you are getting to know so well?
Reading Assignments – Week of April 13
Reading Assignments – Week of April 13
Getting to Know Characters in Series Books
Getting to Know Characters in Series Books
In order to complete Monday and Tuesday’s reading assignments please access “Frog and Toad are Friends” from the YouTube link provided or find the copy we dropped into your child’s Epic mailbox.
In order to complete Monday and Tuesday’s reading assignments please access “Frog and Toad are Friends” from the YouTube link provided or find the copy we dropped into your child’s Epic mailbox.
Monday
Monday
Today I want to teach that when readers become an expert on characters in books, they collect a lot of knowledge about the character who is the "star" of their book.
Today I want to teach that when readers become an expert on characters in books, they collect a lot of knowledge about the character who is the "star" of their book.
Please watch Chapter 1 of Days of Frog and Toad by Arnold Lobel. Keep an eye on Toad as you listen.
Please watch Chapter 1 of Days of Frog and Toad by Arnold Lobel. Keep an eye on Toad as you listen.
When you are done listening, you will need to answer the following three questions:
When you are done listening, you will need to answer the following three questions:
Toad likes to _______________.
Toad likes to _______________.
Toad wants to_______________.
Toad wants to_______________.
Toad would rather____________.
Toad would rather____________.
Now read your own book and ask yourself the same three questions about the “star” of YOUR book.
Now read your own book and ask yourself the same three questions about the “star” of YOUR book.
Tuesday
Tuesday
Today we are going to again focus on being an expert on characters in the books we read. Don’t forget to collect a lot of information and details about the characters who are the "stars" of the book. Since there are two “stars” in the Frog and Toad books, today we will focus on the second star-Frog
Today we are going to again focus on being an expert on characters in the books we read. Don’t forget to collect a lot of information and details about the characters who are the "stars" of the book. Since there are two “stars” in the Frog and Toad books, today we will focus on the second star-Frog
Please re-watch Chapter 1 of Days of Frog and Toad by Arnold Lobel. This time focus on Frog as you listen.
Please re-watch Chapter 1 of Days of Frog and Toad by Arnold Lobel. This time focus on Frog as you listen.
When you are done listening, you will need to answer the following three questions:
When you are done listening, you will need to answer the following three questions:
Frog likes to _______________.
Frog likes to _______________.
Frog wants to_______________.
Frog wants to_______________.
Frog would rather____________.
Frog would rather____________.
Now read your own book and ask yourself the same three questions about the “star” of YOUR book. If your book has a second “star” try to focus on that character.
Now read your own book and ask yourself the same three questions about the “star” of YOUR book. If your book has a second “star” try to focus on that character.
Wednesday
Wednesday
Today I want to teach that good readers need to pay attention to how characters respond to problems. The way a person responds to trouble says A LOT about who that person is. This is true in real life, but it is true in stories too.
Today I want to teach that good readers need to pay attention to how characters respond to problems. The way a person responds to trouble says A LOT about who that person is. This is true in real life, but it is true in stories too.
Ex: What would you do if your ice cream dropped into the sand after you JUST bought it?
Ex: What would you do if your ice cream dropped into the sand after you JUST bought it?
· Sally said, “Oh no!” and started to cry (this tells me she is emotional)
· Sally said, “Oh no!” and started to cry (this tells me she is emotional)
· Jodi said, “It’s ok maybe mom will share hers with me.” (this tells me she is go with the flow)
· Jodi said, “It’s ok maybe mom will share hers with me.” (this tells me she is go with the flow)
· Pete said, “Give me yours!” (this tells me that he is selfish)
· Pete said, “Give me yours!” (this tells me that he is selfish)
· Same problem 3 different reactions!
· Same problem 3 different reactions!
Now when reading your book, find a problem that your main character has and write a sentence to describe their reaction. Write a second sentence that tells what you learned about that character by the way they responded to the problem.
Now when reading your book, find a problem that your main character has and write a sentence to describe their reaction. Write a second sentence that tells what you learned about that character by the way they responded to the problem.
Thursday
Thursday
Today we are going to practice the same lesson that we learned yesterday, good readers need to pay attention to how characters respond to problems.
Today we are going to practice the same lesson that we learned yesterday, good readers need to pay attention to how characters respond to problems.
Ex: What would you do if you saw a friend being bullied on the playground?
Ex: What would you do if you saw a friend being bullied on the playground?
· Susan runs away crying (emotional)
· Susan runs away crying (emotional)
· Jenny stands by and does nothing (scared)
· Jenny stands by and does nothing (scared)
· Phil steps in and stops the bully (brave)
· Phil steps in and stops the bully (brave)
· Same problem 3 different reactions!
· Same problem 3 different reactions!
Now when reading your book, find a problem that your main character has and write a sentence to describe their reaction. Write a second sentence that tells you what you learned about that character by the way they responded to the problem.
Now when reading your book, find a problem that your main character has and write a sentence to describe their reaction. Write a second sentence that tells you what you learned about that character by the way they responded to the problem.
Friday
Friday
Combine the 2 skills
Combine the 2 skills
Today we are going to combine the two things we worked on.
Today we are going to combine the two things we worked on.
· Start a new book
· Start a new book
· Pick a character that is the star of the book
· Pick a character that is the star of the book
· Tell what your character likes to, wants to do, or would rather do
· Tell what your character likes to, wants to do, or would rather do
· Find a problem and tell what you learned about the character by how they responded to the problem
· Find a problem and tell what you learned about the character by how they responded to the problem
Week of April 6
Week of April 6
This week your challenge is to read some fabulous books from RAZ KIDS and then pick your favorite book on Thursday or Friday to record! I will then listen to your book reading on Friday and send you a message! Below are the directions to record your self! You can practice earlier in the week and listen to yourself!!!
This week your challenge is to read some fabulous books from RAZ KIDS and then pick your favorite book on Thursday or Friday to record! I will then listen to your book reading on Friday and send you a message! Below are the directions to record your self! You can practice earlier in the week and listen to yourself!!!
Have fun!
Have fun!
Week of March 30
Week of March 30
Below is a Reader's Bingo game you can use to challenge yourself when you are reading! Let me know when you reach a BINGO - it's worth 25 cents at Walker's Warehouse!!!
Below is a Reader's Bingo game you can use to challenge yourself when you are reading! Let me know when you reach a BINGO - it's worth 25 cents at Walker's Warehouse!!!
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