theme-based
What are the different types of challenges people face?
Physical, emotional, social…. People overcome them by working hard, staying positive, never giving up, planningand seeking professional help
What is the climax that changes everything in the story “red kayak”?
Brady performs CPR after pulling Ben from water.
What is the meaning of kayak
Boat
Fill in the blanks with the correct form
Yesterday, we ___ (have) basketball match after school.”
Had
Hook sentence
What makes people act courageously even when they are afraid?
People act courageously when they feel a strong sense of responsibility, care for others, or determination to succeed. Courage does not mean not being afraid—it means acting despite fear.
How does Thunder Rose show bravery in the story?
She faces the storm and save her town.
What is the meaning of intentionally
On purpose
Use the correct verb tense
She ___ (walk) to school every day.”
Walks
Main idea
How does nature challenge humans?
Think: storms, animals, survival situations…)
Compare Thunder Rose’s courage to a challenge someone might face in real life.
Just like Thunder Rose faces danger with bravery, people may face challenges like standing up to bullies or helping someone in danger despite being scared.
What is the meaning of resourceful
Able to find many solutions to the problem
Use the correct adjective form
My bag is ___ (light) than yours.”
Lighter
How do people survive in the wilderness?
Name two ways Karana survives on the island.
She builds a shelter and hunts or gathers food. She also makes weapons and tools to protect herself.
Use context clues to guess the meaning of the following word: grueling
Even though climbing the steep mountain was grueling, Maya refused to give up
Very difficult
This type of clause can stand alone as a complete sentence
What do we call this clause
Independent clause
Any logical answer
You were assigned to lead a group project, but two of you team members refused to cooperate, and the deadline was approaching.
I decided to divide tasks clearly, communicate calmly with each team member, and motivate everyone by explaining how their contribution mattered. We completed the project on time and even earned praise from the teacher.
Explain how isolation (staying) and nature challenge Karana’s character and how she overcomes them.
Isolation makes her lonely and scared, while nature presents dangers like wild animals and storms. She overcomes these challenges by staying brave, learning survival skills, and adapting to her environment.
Use context clues to guess the meaning of the following word: resilience
Sara showed incredible resilience when she fell during the race; instead of quitting, she stood up and continued.
Determination , ability to keep going
I speak of things not yet begun,
Of plans and hopes and what’s to come.
Add one little word and you will see—
Tomorrow’s actions start with me.
What am I?
Future tense
Provide 2 quotes and 2 idioms about meeting challenges
Any 2 are acceptable