Inferencing & Predicting
Hyperbole & Word Meanings
Plot Elements &
Text Structure
Text Structure
Authors Purpose
Theme &
Personal Connections
Personal Connections
100
Mom picked up the milk and eggs from the freezer. She pushed the cart with my baby sister in it and went through the check-out line. Where is Mom?
Grocery Store
100
"I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!" my dad muttered while patting his stomach. "How do burgers sound?" He walked outside and started the grill. "Can we have dessert after?" I asked. "What's a meal without dessert?" he chuckled. What's the hyperbole?
I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!
100
What is the problem in Little Red Hen?
None of her friends wanted to help her make the bread.
100
What is the authors purpose?
Use CREST toothpaste so you can have the BEST smile!
Persuade
100
How can someone connect to Little Red Hen?
Answers may vary
200
Dad lit the fire. I put a marshmallow on a stick. Mom got the graham crackers and chocolate ready. What are we making?
S'mores
200
Emma put the clay into the MOLD to make a fossil.
What is the definition of MOLD that fits the context?
A frame or form to change the shape of an object
200
Cause and Effect
200
What is the authors purpose?
Kay Franklin is located in San Antonio, Tx.
Inform
200
What is the theme of Enemy Pie?
Friendship is always a choice.
300
As Time looked out the window, he saw dark, heavy clouds forming in the sky. He heard thunder rumbling in the distance. What will happen next?
It will rain/storm
300
"But why?" Tabitha wailed as she stomped to her room. This is routine for my little sister when she doesn't get her way. Now, she will sit in her room and cry the biggest crocodile tears until my mom returns her iPad. What's the hyperbole?
cry the biggest crocodile tears
300
Compare and Contrast
300
What is the Authors purpose?
Entertain
300
What is the Theme of Little Red Hen?
Work hard
Help others
400
Mom made sandwhiches and put them in a basket, along with some fruit and chips. Dad grabbed the big checkered blanket and Robby got the Frisbee. Then the whole family piled into the car and headed out. Where is the family going?
On a picnic
400
The floor had to BEAR the weight of the 2nd floor.
What is the definition of BEAR that fits the context?
to hold up
400
Which Text Structure?
First Carter went to the cabinet and got out all of the ingredients. Then he measured out the baking powder, sugar, and salt. Once he mixed them together, he then added milk and egg to the batter. Next he poured the batter on the griddle. Finally he flipped the pancakes and put them on the plate.
Sequence
400
What is the authors purpose?
80% of High School students carry cellular devices to school and it impacts their learning.
Inform
400
How can someone connect to Enemy Pie?
Answers may vary
500
Ms. Finley was getting ready for a hiking trip. Her backpack was so full that it was bulging at the seams. What might happen during her hike?
Her backpack will rip/all her things will fall out of her backpack
500
"Hurry up!" Jacob bellowed. "We are going to be in hot water if we don't make it there on time!" he continued. They rushed out the door, hoping to be on time for their mom's big birthday dinner. What's the hyperbole?
We are going to be in hot water
500
What is the resolution to Little Red Hen?
She teaches her friends a lesson and does not allow them to have any of the bread.
500
What is the authors purpose?
Once upon a time there was a magical princess
Entertain
500
What is the theme of Little Red Riding Hood?
Do not trust strangers.