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The mashed potatoes were so good that everyone said they were delicious.
Yummy, tasty, flavorful
I was very hungry ___ I ate two slices of pumpkin pie.
so
“The parade was spectacular. Everyone cheered and said it was amazing.”
What does spectacular mean?
amazing, impressive
What are two meanings for the word roll?
A small round piece of bread
To move by turning over
Ella walked into the kitchen and saw the empty pie plate sitting on the counter. She crossed her arms and let out a long sigh, looking from the plate to her little brother, who was licking his fingers. What can you infer Ella is thinking or feeling?
She is disappointed or upset that there is no pie left.
The girl was so grateful for her family and friends.
Thankful
We could eat the stuffing ___ the mashed potatoes, whichever you want.
or
“The cranberry sauce was scarce, and people had to take small scoops so it wouldn’t run out.”
What does scarce mean?
Limited, not enough
What are two meanings for the word fall?
The season after summer
To drop down or topple
Marcus sat at the table, glancing repeatedly at the clock. Every time the hands moved, he tapped his fingers on the table and let out a small groan. He smiled when someone mentioned dessert, but quickly returned to staring at the clock.
What can you infer about Marcus’s thoughts or feelings?
He is impatient or eager for something to happen, likely waiting for dessert or an event.
We celebrate Thanksgiving in the Fall.
Autumn
I can help set the table ___ you finish washing the dishes first.
if
“The candles on the table were flickering, casting dancing shadows across the room.”
What does flickering mean?
shaking, wavy, or unsteady light
What are two meanings for the word stuffed?
1. Fill tightly with something
2. Feeling of being full
During the Thanksgiving toast, Mia shifted in her seat repeatedly. She avoided eye contact, played with her napkin, and whispered to her neighbor instead of speaking when it was her turn to share what she was thankful for. Every so often, she glanced at the adults around the table, biting her lip nervously.
What can you infer about Mia’s thoughts or feelings?
She feels anxious, self-conscious, or uncomfortable speaking in front of a group.
After dinner, we all felt sleepy and wanted to relax on the couch.
Tired, drowsy
We brought extra chairs ___ everyone could sit together at the table.
so
“Before dinner, the hallway became congested with relatives trying to get to the dining room.”
What does congested mean?
Crowded, packed
What are two meanings for the word season?
A period of the year (e.g., fall, summer)
To add flavor to food
Jamie was excited to see everyone sitting at the big table. He had been talking about sitting with the adults all week. But when he arrived, a parent gently guided him to the small kids’ table instead. His shoulders slumped slightly, and he peeked over at the adults laughing and passing dishes. He pushed his chair closer to the edge of the table and sighed quietly.
What can you infer Jamie is thinking or feeling?
Jamie is disappointed or frustrated that he didn’t get to sit with the adults, and is feeling left out or ignored.
When the fire alarm went off during cooking, the family acted swiftly to get everyone outside.
Swiftly, rapidly, promptly
We set the table carefully ___ the guests would have enough space, ___ everyone could reach the food easily.
so, and
“Grandma’s stuffing was aromatic, filling the whole house with the smell of herbs and spices.”
What does aromatic mean?
fragrant, smelling good, pleasant-smelling
What are two meanings for the word leaves?
The flat green parts of a plant or tree
Departs from a place (he/she leaves the room)
A loud argument started about who should host next year’s Thanksgiving. Your uncle excused himself, leaned against the hallway wall, crossed his arms, avoided eye contact, and shook his head.
What can you infer about your uncle’s thoughts or intentions?
He wants to avoid the conflict, feels uncomfortable, and is removing himself from the tense situation.