Main Idea
A passage says: “Dogs need exercise to stay healthy. Playing fetch, going for walks, and running in the yard are all good ways to help a dog get the movement it needs.”
What is the main idea?
Dogs need exercise to stay healthy.
The puppy was timid, hiding behind its owner when new people came close.
What does the word “timid” mean?
Timid means shy or scared.
It started to rain during recess, so the students went inside.
What is the cause?
The cause is that it started to rain.
A story tells about a girl who finds a magical key that opens a door to another world filled with talking animals.
What genre is this story?
Fantasy — it has magic and talking animals.
Name 6 multi-letter Spalding phonograms
Ex: ee, ie, ei, ay, or, ough, eigh, ck, gn
A passage says: “The library is a quiet place where people read, study, and check out books. Many students also go there to do their homework.”
What is the main idea?
The library is a quiet place where people can read and learn.
Mom said the kitchen was spotless, so clean that it sparkled.
What does the word “spotless” mean?
Spotless means very clean.
Maria studied her spelling words every night, so she got 100% on the test.
What is the effect?
The effect is that she got 100% on the test.
A book explains how plants grow, describing roots, stems, leaves, and how they get sunlight and water.
What genre is this story?
Informational text — it gives real facts about plants.
What is our school address?
4545 N 99th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85037
A passage says: “In the fall, leaves change colors and fall from trees. The weather becomes cooler, and animals begin gathering food for winter.”
What is the main idea?
Fall brings many changes to nature.
The baby let out a piercing cry that was so loud everyone in the room covered their ears.
What does the word “piercing” mean?
Piercing means very loud or sharp sounding.
Liam forgot to set his alarm, so he woke up late for school.
What is the cause?
The cause is that Liam forgot to set his alarm.
A story follows two friends who find clues and work together to solve a mystery at their school.
What genre is this story?
Mystery — the characters solve a problem or puzzle.
What is the acronym for Legacy Traditional School?
LTS
A passage says: “Soccer players must work as a team. They pass the ball, help each other, and communicate to score goals.”
What is the main idea?
Soccer players need teamwork to be successful.
Sara carefully tended the garden, watering the plants and pulling out weeds every day.
What does the word “tended” mean?
Tended means took care of something.
The classroom was very noisy, so the teacher asked everyone to lower their voices.
What is the effect?
The effect is that the teacher asked everyone to be quieter.
A funny story shows animals acting like people, going to school, talking, and learning lessons about kindness.
What genre is this story?
Fable — it has animal characters that act like humans and teaches a lesson.
What is Mr. Reed's first name?
Scott
A passage says: “Carrots, broccoli, and spinach are foods that help your body grow strong. These vegetables give you vitamins that keep you healthy.”
What is the main idea?
Mia works hard to take care of her fish.
The children were thrilled when their teacher announced a surprise field trip.
What does the word “thrilled” mean?
Thrilled means very excited.
The dog dug a hole in the yard because he was looking for his bone.
What is the cause?
The cause is that the dog was looking for his bone.
A story describes a boy who lived long ago, traveling west with his family in a covered wagon.
What genre is this story?
Historical fiction — it takes place in the past and includes details from history.
What is Legacy's school motto this year?
Positive energy equals positive results
A passage says: “Every morning, Mia feeds her fish, cleans the tank, and checks the water. Taking care of her pet is important to her.”
What is the main idea?
Mia works hard to take care of her fish.
After running in the heat, Jayden felt parched and quickly drank a bottle of water.
What does the word “parched” mean?
Parched means very thirsty.
The power went out, so the family used flashlights to see.
What is the effect?
The effect is that the family used flashlights.
A book tells true stories about famous inventors and how they created new tools and machines.
What genre is this story?
Biography — it tells true facts about a real person's life.
What is Ms. Maucks official title?
Dean of Students