5th Grade
Reading
Reading
What is a character trait?
Ways to describe a character inside and outside
What does the beginning of every sentence need to start with?
A capital letter
What are the 5 text structures?
sequence/chronological, cause and effect, problem and solution, compare and contrast, description
Name two parts of a fiction story.
A. Character
B. Setting
C. Plot
Lily was shy and didn't like talking in front of the class. But when it was her turn to share her project, she spoke clearly and smiled. Her classmates clapped, and she felt happy.
How did Lily change?
She became more brave and confident speaking in front of others.
What are some transition words you can use when writing an essay?
First, Second, Next, Last,
Finally
What is a noun?
A person, place, thing, or idea
The differences between soccer and football are numerous. Soccer players us a ball shaped like a sphere, whereas football players use a ball that has two ends. Football players are allowed to tackle, but this is forbidden in soccer. These are just a few ways that soccer and football are different. Nonetheless, most people agree that both soccer and football are fun sports! What is the text structure of this passage?
Compare and contrast.
What are the people or animals that have dialogue in a story called?
Characters
Jemma saw a new student sitting alone at lunch. Even though she was nervous, Jemma walked over and asked if he wanted to sit with her and her friends. The new student smiled and said yes. They talked and laughed the rest of lunch. Jemma was glad she had been kind.
What is the theme?
What is the theme in this paragraph?
Being kind to others and making new friends is important.
When Fido had a juicy bone, a cozy place to lie, and me petting him, he was in paradise. What does paradise mean?
A place of extreme happiness
An adjective is
A word that describes a noun
If the story is written by someone IN the story, what is the point of view?
First person Point of View
What is the setting?
Where and when the story takes place
I believe recess is one of the most important parts of the school day. It gives kids time to play, get fresh air, and take a break from sitting in class. Recess helps students feel ready to learn again.
What is the author's claim?
The author believes that recess is important because it helps kids play, relax, and learn better.
Cathryn carried the delicate china to the table very carefully. What does delicate mean?
fragile, easily breakable or damaged
A verb is
An action word
Why is it important to look at the text features?
The author gives information about the topic in the text features.
What is the conflict?
The problem in a story
Unlike my parents, who love classical music, I detest it.
What does detest mean?
What context clue in the sentence, helped you figure out the meaning?
Hate
Unlike, and love
My friend and I will PART company after dinner. I won't see him until he returns from vacation. What does the word part mean in this sentence?
leave
Every sentence has to end with a..
punctuation mark
Name the text structure of the following paragraph:
Since there were so many inches of snow piled up on the soccer field, we would need to continue to have practice inside until the end of the month, or the weather really changed.
Cause & effect
Solution
I think WWE is the most exciting sport to play. I love wrestling people and showing off my moves. It's also fun to hear the crowd cheer me on. Every match feels like a movie!
What is the author's perspective about wrestling?
The author thinks WWE is exciting and enjoys wrestling.