EXTRA
How do we make an inference?
Background knowledge (schema) + author's clues = inference
What is wondering and questioning?
This is when we ask questions about the stories we are reading.
What is sequencing?
Putting the stories events in order.
What is visualizing?
(answers may vary)
What does ELA stand for?
English Language Arts
Ms. Swete has a cat that she feeds 5 times a day. He is tired, lazy, and no fun. Is the cat fat or skinny?
fat
(context clues)
How does wondering and questioning help us become better readers?
When we ask questions, we are trying to understand the story better.
(answers may vary)
How can sequencing help us become better writers?
It helps us keep our stories in the correct order.
(answers may vary)
How does visualizing help us become better readers?
Creating images in our heads helps us understand the story and enjoy it.
(answers may vary)
What does comprehension mean?
To understand
What are the top 4 story elements?
Characters
Setting
Problem
Solution
True or False
You can ask I wonder questions about any book.
TRUE
What are the 3 parts of a story when talking about sequencing?
Hint* BME
Beginning
Middle
End
True or False
When you are visualizing, you are asking questions and wondering.
FALSE
What is a sensory detail?
Give one example.
Words that describe our senses.
(answers may vary)