Main Story Elements
A frog named Fred loved to jump. He would jump all over the pond. He jumped from rock to rock.
What is the setting? 1. a forest, 2. a park, 3. a pond
3. a pond
In a pond, a little turtle was scared to swim. He thought he would sink like a stone. He wouldn't go near the water. One day, a wise old turtle saw the little one. He told him to just to put one toe in first. The little turtle slowly dipped one toe in. Then he dipped the other toe in. Then he put his whole foot in. Then all his feet were in. He lifted his feet up and swam!
What does the story have a lesson about being?
brave
Timmy loved to play with his toy train. He always had a blast. He pretended they were going on adventures. One day, his train went on a trip to the mountains. They went over a bridge. Then they went through a long dark tunnel. They came out in a forest. They finally got home. Timmy packed the tracks away. He wondered where they would go tomorrow.
What does Timmy think playing with trains is like? 1. boring, 2. fun, 3. tiring
2. fun
Emma lost her shoe. She looked under the bed and in the closet. She looked all through the house. She was feeling blue. She almost started to cry. Then she decided to think about where it might be. She had played outside that morning. She searched in the garden and near the swing set. Finally, Emma saw something near the sandbox. It was her shoe!
Where did Emma look for her shoe first?
Under her bed and in the closet.
In the forest,
so green and lush,
a squirrel sampers,
in a rush.
Which word rhymes with lush?
rush
Lily loved to sing. She sang in the shower. She sang in her room. One day, Lily saw a sign asking people to join a choir. Lily decided to tryout. She felt nervous and excited. She hoped she would be good enough.
What does Lily try out for? 1. a band, 2. a choir, 3. a play
2. a choir
An owl and a squirrel lived in a big oak tree. The squirrel loved to jump from branch to branch. He would race around all day. He never stopped to look where he was going. Then one day, he slipped and fell. He hurt his leg and couldn't move. The owl flew down to help. She told the squirrel to be careful. "You should think before leaping," she said. From that day on, the squirrel never fell again.
What lesson does the squirrel learn? 1. be kind, 2. be smart, 3. be careful
3. Be careful
Dear Diary,
Today we had a Science lesson about plants. We learned that plants need sunlight, water, and soil to grow. After school, my mom and I planted some pansies in our garden. I can't wait to watch them grow! They're going to be like a rainbow! I know i'll need to water them often.
Bye for now, Rima
How would Rima describe the lesson? 1. boring, 2. interesting, 3. silly
2. interesting
Emma lost her shoe. She looked under the bed and in the closet. She looked all through the house. She was feeling blue. She almost started to cry. Then she decided to think about where it might be. She had played outside that morning. She searched in the garden and near the swing set. Finally, Emma saw something near the sandbox. It was her shoe!
What happened after she thought about where her shoe might be?
She went and looked outside, where she had played that morning.
In the forest,
so green and lush,
a squirrel sampers,
in a rush.
Which words describe what the setting is like? 1. green and lush, 2. fast little feet, 3. tasty treat
1. green and lush
Emma lost her shoe. She looked under the bed and in the closet. She looked all through the house. She was feeling blue. She almost started to cry. Then she decided to think about where it might be. She had played outside that morning. She searched in the garden and near the swing set. Finally, Emma saw something near the sandbox. It was her shoe!
What is this story about? 1. having fun, 2. playing outside, 3. looking for something
3. looking for something
Today was snow day! It snowed so much last night. The roads were covered with it. That meant there was no school! I felt on top of the world! I went outside and built a snowman with my dad. We also went sledding down the hill in our backyard. I hope we have more snow days.
What is the theme of the story? 1. have a plan. 2. make the best of things, 3. share your things
2. make the best of things
In a pond, a little turtle was scared to swim. He thought he would sink like a stone. He wouldn't go near the water. One day, a wise old turtle saw the little one. He told him to just to put one toe in first. The little turtle slowly dipped one toe in. Then he dipped the other toe in. Then he put his whole foot in. Then all his feet were in. He lifted his feet up and swam!
What sentence tells what the older turtle is like?
One day, a wise old turtle saw the little one.
In a pond, a little turtle was scared to swim. He thought he would sink like a stone. He wouldn't go near the water. One day, a wise old turtle saw the little one. He told him to just to put one toe in first. The little turtle slowly dipped one toe in. Then he dipped the other toe in. Then he put his whole foot in. Then all his feet were in. He lifted his feet up and swam!
How was the little turtle feeling before the wise old turtle saw him?
Lily loved to sing. She sang in the shower. She sang in her room. One day, Lily saw a sign asking people to join a choir. Lily decided to tryout. She felt nervous and excited. She hoped she would be good enough. She went and sang her heart out.
Which words are an example of an idiom?
sang her heart out
Emma lost her shoe. She looked under the bed and in the closet. She looked all through the house. She was feeling blue. She almost started to cry. Then she decided to think about where it might be. She had played outside that morning. She searched in the garden and near the swing set. Finally, Emma saw something near the sandbox. It was her shoe!
How does Emma feel at the end of the story? 1. happy, 2. lonely, 3. upset
happy
A rabbit lived in a peaceful meadow. One day, the rabbit saw a sad duckling. The duckling had wandered away from its family. It couldn't find its way back. The rabbit offered to help. He led the duckling to the pond. The duckling was so happy to be home. The duckling was grateful to the rabbit. They became friends forever.
What sentence from the story is a clue to the theme, helping others?
The rabbit offered to help.
The duckling was grateful to the rabbit.
Dear Diary,
Today was the talent show. I sang a song with my band. I was feeling so nervous. I'd never sung in front of people. I was shaking like a leaf! But then the band started playing, and I felt calmer. I forgot about the crowd and just sang. Everyone cheered at the end! I was on cloud nine. My teacher gave me a sticker for doing a good job.
Bye for now, Porter
Which sentence tells how Porter feels at first?
I was feeling so nervous.
Dear Diary,
Today was the talent show. I sang a song with my band. I was feeling so nervous. I'd never sung in front of people. I was shaking like a leaf! But then the band started playing, and I felt calmer. I forgot about the crowd and just sang. Everyone cheered at the end! I was on cloud nine. My teacher gave me a sticker for doing a good job.
Bye for now, Porter
When was Porter shaking like a leaf?
Before the band started to play.
The flowers bloom in colors bright.
The bees buzz by, their wings in flight.
The butterflies dance in the air.
A joyful scene, beyond compare.
What is the rhyme scheme?
AABB
In a pond, a little turtle was scared to swim. He thought he would sink like a stone. He wouldn't go near the water. One day, a wise old turtle saw the little one. He told him to just to put one toe in first. The little turtle slowly dipped one toe in. Then he dipped the other toe in. Then he put his whole foot in. Then all his feet were in. He lifted his feet up and swam!
What does the turtle put in the water first?
his toe
Today was the talent show. I sang a song with my band. I was feeling so nervous. I'd never sung in front of people. I was shaking like a leaf! But then the band started playing, and I felt calmer. I forgot about the crowd and just sang. Everyone cheered at the end! I was on cloud nine. My teacher gave me a sticker for doing a good job.
What is the message (theme) of the story? a. face your fears b. tell the truth c. plan ahead
a. face your fears
Timmy loved to play with his toy train. He always had a blast. He pretended they were going on adventures. One day, his train went on a trip to the mountains. They went over a bridge. Then they went through a long dark tunnel. They came out in a forest. They finally got home. Timmy packed the tracks away. He wondered where they would go tomorrow.
Which sentence shows that Timmy thinks playing with trains is fun?
He always had a blast.
An owl and a squirrel lived in a big oak tree. The squirrel loved to jump from branch to branch. He would race around all day. He never stopped to look where he was going. Then one day, he slipped and fell. He hurt his leg and couldn't move. The owl flew down to help. She told the squirrel to be careful. "You should think before leaping," she said. From that day on, the squirrel never fell again.
What happened after squirrel slipped and fell and hurt his leg?
Owl flew down to help him.
Snowflakes falling from the sky,
Winter's here, oh my, oh my!
Grab a hat, a scarf, and gloves,
Let's build a snowman, one we'll love!
Roll a ball to make it big,
Frosty's body, round and thick.
Find some pebbles for his eyes,
A carrot nose, a cute surprise!
What is the rhyme scheme?
AABBCDEE