Vocabulary
being curious, wanting to know more about something
wonder
What does the author do?
The author writes the story.
Most grown-ups _______ Labor Day.
love
to bring together; to become one
unite
go on a picnic!
to enjoy and have fun on a special day
celebrate
What does the illustrator do?
The illustrator draws the story.
A long time ago, children used to work in _______.
factories
a special day to celebrate; no work is done
holiday
They have parades.
to keep safe from getting hurt
protect
What is the genre of this story?
Nonfiction
Today, our nation has _______ to protect workers.
a) classroom rules
b) laws
c) people
d) Santa Claus
B
a moving show with marching bands and floats
parade
There is a law that all construction workers must wear _______ for safety.
not safe
dangerous
Why is there no illustrator for this story?
There are no drawings. There are only pictures taken with a camera.
After a parade, some towns have free outdoor _______.
concerts
a tool used to keep track of time
It shows the month, day, and date.
calendar
Labor Day is at the end of summer. It might be your last chance to go to the _______!
beach or pool
showing great thanks and respect
honor
The story events are real and already happened.
Labor Day is the first Monday of _______.
a) January
b) December
c) July
d) September
D
a musical performance in front of an audience (many people watching)
concert
Why do Americans celebrate Labor Day?
- to honor people who work
- people do not work on this day
- to say thank you to our workers