Informational Text: CommonLit Readings
Values of Aloha I
Hawaiian Proverbs
Values of Aloha II
Claims, Counterclaims, & Rebuttals
Read A Work of Art As You Would Read A Book (inferencing)
100
In this informational text, the author discusses how significant moments in our lives help shape our identity.
What is:
GROWING UP: KEY MOMENTS
100
This Hawaiian value is the moral standard of work; to work with intent and with purpose.
What is: HO‘OHANA
100
This Hawaiian PROVERB teaches “Land has no need for man, but man needs the land and works it for a livelihood.”
To Hawaiians, the land provides everything needed for man to survive. It is our responsibility to care for the land so that it continues to provide those necessary resources of food, water, and shelter. If we neglect the 'äina, then the 'äina will neglect us.
What is:
“The land is a chief; man is its servant.”
100
This Hawaiian value is the moral standard of work: To work with intent and with purpose.
What is:
HO‘OMAU
100
The United States Congress should pass the federal aid bill.
What is a CLAIM
100
The work of art references an important Hawaiian cultural tradition.
What is HULA
200
In this informational text, a former president speaks to students at Wakefield High School about the importance of education.
What is:
PRESIDENT OBAMA’S NATIONAL ADDRESS TO AMERICA’S SCHOOLCHILDREN
200
This Hawaiian value is the moral standard of hospitality, the hospitality of complete giving.
Welcome guests and strangers with your spirit of Aloha.
What is:
HO‘OKIPA
200
Traditionally, Hawaiians believed that you could tell what kind of upbringing existed in a home by the way a child acted in public. This could have also been used as a warning for new parents to be sure to raise their children properly lest they bring disgrace upon their family.
What is:
“The goodness of the taro is judged by the young plant it produces.”
200
This Hawaiian value is the moral standard of teamwork: Collaboration and cooperation. Harmony and unity. People who work together can achieve more.
What is:
LŌKAHI
200
While some economists say that the federal aid bill simply will not be enough to help most Americans...
What is a COUNTERCLAIM
200
This work of art references an important social movement of the 1960s.
What is THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT
300
This informational text discusses psychologists’ theories about why people act in unselfish ways.
What is:
ALTRUISM: WHY WE RISK OUR OWN WELL-BEING TO HELP OTHERS
300
This Hawaiian value is knowing one’s personal sense of Responsibility and Sacred Duty.
What is:
KULEANA
300
This Hawaiian PROVERB was the personal motto of Queen Kapi'olani, it implores Hawaiians to always do their very best.
What is:
“Strive for the summit.”
300
This Hawaiian value is the moral standard of leadership. Lead with initiative, and with your good example. You shall be the guide for others when you have gained their trust and respect.
What is:
ALAKA‘I
300
Granted, some may argue that passing the bill will increase our country's deficit.
What is a COUNTERCLAIM
300
This work of art uses REPETITION of this shape/form.
What is THE HUMAN BODY
400
In this informational text, new research explores how genetics and personal choices contribute to a person’s happiness.
What is:
THE KEYS TO HAPPINESS: PARTLY GENETIC, BUT YOU CONTROL THE REST
400
This Hawaiian value is the moral standard of humility. Be humble, be modest, and open your thoughts.
What is:
HA‘AHA‘A
400
This Hawaiian PROVERB was a warning to people to ensure pono behavior. During the king's reign, he made many laws that protected the safety and wellbeing of his people and the environment. To break any of these rules could warrant severe punishment, possibly even death.
What is:
“Kamehameha has a kingdom.”
400
This Hawaiian value is the moral standard of “Thank you”, as a way of living. Live in thankfulness for the richness that makes life so precious
What is:
MAHALO
400
However, research shows if that the United States Congress should pass the federal aid bill, passing the relief bill will stimulate the economy.
What is a REBUTTAL
400
What is CONTRAST
500
This informational text explores the responsibility of helping others as a necessary life skill.
What is:
HELP-GIVING
500
The value of integrity, rightness, and balance.
The feeling of contentment when all is good and all is right.
What is:
PONO
500
The Spirit of Aloha was like a cultural guidance system for ancient Hawaiians who taught their children these.
What is:
The Ways of Aloha
500
This Hawaiian value is the moral standard of learning. To know well. To seek knowledge and wisdom. We Are Here To Learn, Grow and Expand into Greater Aloha/Love/Harmony as We Walk Up the Mountain of Life.
What is:
‘IKE LOA
500
While this may seem a valid claim, the American people need economic relief now; and without the aid, we will never lessen the deficit.
What is a REBUTTAL
500
This work of art uses many shapes to depict this famous American leader.
Who is MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR