Name it Row 1
Millipedes and centipedes are not the same. Yes, they're both long worm-like bugs. They have many legs and bodies with many sections, or segments. But there are important differences between these two creatures. Centipedes have two legs per body segment. Millipedes, instead, have four legs per segment on most of their bodies. Millipedes move slowly, while centipedes run quickly. The millipedes' antennae are shorter than centipedes'. Perhaps most important to remember is that centipedes, unlike millipedes, are predators and can bite!
What is Compare and Contrast?
The Philippines is a country made up of more than seven thousand islands. In fact, the land area of those islands is just a little greater than the state of Arizona. But that small space holds many people. Indeed, the Philippines is one of the world's fifteen largest countries by population. In addition, it has many languages. There are two official languages: English and Filipino. But almost everyone there grows up speaking at least one native Philippine language.
Descriptive
What are the key words for a sequential text?
What is "first, second, then, finally," etc.?
What type of text structure is this paragraph?
Kobe Bryant's decision to enter the NBA directly after high school had significant consequences. First and foremost, it allowed him to jumpstart his professional basketball career at a young age, becoming the youngest player in NBA history. This early entry into the league enabled Kobe to gain invaluable experience, leading to a highly successful career and numerous championships with the Los Angeles Lakers. On the flip side, bypassing college meant missing out on the opportunity for a traditional education, which some argue could have provided a more well-rounded background. However, Kobe's choice ultimately led to a legendary NBA career, demonstrating that alternative paths to success are possible.
Cause and Effect
True or False:
I can identify the text structure by only skimming the text for signal words.
False. Some text structures have the same signal words. You will need the context of the article along with the signal words to help you determine the text structure.
You breathe air in through your nose and mouth. What happens next? The air travels to the back of your throat. Then, it enters your windpipe, the tube that leads to your lungs. In the lungs, this tube splits into smaller and smaller tubes, and finally into tiny alveoli. These alveoli are tiny bags that are surrounded by tiny blood vessels. Now the oxygen in the air passes through the walls of the alveoli into the blood. Your heart then pumps the blood throughout your body, getting that oxygen to all your cells.
What is Sequential
All parts of the world can experience droughts, and some places experience them often. Droughts can cause serious issues with growing crops, producing electricity, and wildlife. If there is drought where you live, there are always ways to conserve water. Look first for leaks. If your faucet drips, fix it fast. That can save a lot. Some other easy tricks are taking shorter showers, as well as turning off the tap when you're brushing your teeth.
What is Problem and Solution?
What are the key words for a compare and contrast text?
What is "similar to," "unlike," "on the other hand," "Both"
What text structure is this paragraph?
Immigration has played a significant role in shaping the United States. The first major wave occurred in the early 17th century when English Pilgrims arrived on the Mayflower in 1620, seeking religious freedom. Subsequently, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, millions of European immigrants, such as Italians and Irish, flocked to the U.S. in search of economic opportunities and a better life. This was followed by a substantial migration of Mexican immigrants in the mid-20th century, drawn by jobs in agriculture and industry. More recently, in the 21st century, people from all over the world continue to immigrate, contributing to the rich tapestry of cultures that define the nation today.
Sequence/Chronological
True or False:
There can be hints of more than one text structure within a text.
True
For centuries, ships sailing between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans faced a very long journey. A vessel going from New York to San Francisco had to sail all the way around South America. That twelve-thousand-mile trip took almost ten weeks. Eventually, the United States addressed this issue. Workers dug an enormous canal, fifty miles long. It went through a narrow piece of land in the country of Panama. The canal shortened the voyage from New York to San Francisco by eight thousand miles.
What is problem-solution
In the 2016 Olympics in Brazil, two runners showed true Olympic spirit. It started when New Zealand runner Nikki Hamblin fell during a race. Next, American runner Abbey D'Agostino tripped over Hamblin and also fell. When D'Agostino got up, Hamblin was still down on the track. D'Agostino helped Hamblin up. The runners continued, but D'Agostino had badly hurt her knee. She stopped. Then, Hamblin helped D'Agostino, encouraging her to finish. Later, they received a special Olympic award for showing the spirit of the games.
What is sequential?
What are the key words of a descriptive text?
"For example," "For instance,"
Any adjective
This one doesn't have too many obvious key words. Just ask yourself, Is what I'm reading simply describing something?
What type of text structure is this paragraph?
You may think it’s bad to forget your homework, but what if you forgot who you were? Amnesia is a condition where a person loses some of their memories, like details about their personal identity, but still may remember how to do things, like play a piano. One type of Amnesia is called post-traumatic amnesia. Post-traumatic amnesia is usually due to a head injury (like a serious fall or knock on the head). The degree of memory loss may be related to the force of the injury. A simple whiplash may cause a person to forget the moments before the accident, but a more severe injury may cause a greater loss. For example, the victim may not remember who certain people are or may forget details about their own identities.
Description
What is Ms. Lara's favorite drink?
Water
You've probably heard of Yellowstone National Park, but how much do you know about it? Did you realize, for example, that Yellowstone was the world's first national park? In addition, this park is enormous. It's larger than the state of Delaware! People visit Yellowstone to see animals such as moose and bears. They also enjoy beautiful mountains and waterfalls, and more. It's well worth a visit.
What is Descriptive?
The ocean floor isn't flat or boring like you might think. It's actually full of amazing hidden features. For example, the Mariana Trench is a huge valley in the ocean floor. The bottom of the trench is the deepest place on Earth, over six miles below sea level. The ocean floor also has mountains so tall that they can be seen above water. For instance, Mauna Kea, in Hawaii, is even taller than Mount Everest if you measure from the ocean floor.
What is Descriptive?
What are the key words to a Problem and Solution text?
What is "due to," "this lead to," "problem," "issue", "answer,"
What type of text structure is this paragraph?
One significant problem facing the NBA today is the issue of player load management. With the rigorous 82-game regular season schedule, star players often find themselves physically worn out, leading to injuries and decreased performance during critical moments of the season. To address this, the NBA has begun implementing solutions such as load management programs and reduced back-to-back games to help players recover and stay healthy. Additionally, teams are investing more in sports science and advanced analytics to monitor player performance and identify areas where rest and recovery are most needed.
Problem-Solution
How many years has Ms. Lara been teaching at Hostos?
Six years
When gold was discovered in California in 1848, store owner Sam Brannan saw his chance to get rich. He filled a bottle with gold dust and showed it to people in San Francisco. His efforts helped set off the California Gold Rush. Hundreds of thousands of people soon flooded to California, looking for gold. As a result, many of the miners came to Brannan's store to buy supplies. Because of this, Brannan made a lot of money selling supplies. Most miners didn't get rich, but Brannan did.
What is Cause and Effect?
A program in Mexico tried to get people to use less electricity. This program had mixed results. The program paid people to replace old refrigerators and air conditioners with new ones. The new machines used less power. So, the new refrigerators led to less electricity use. However, since the new air conditioners worked better than the old air conditioners, people used them more. For this reason, people actually used more electricity with the new air conditioners.
What is cause-effect?
This type of text might have "As a result" or "because of,"
Cause and effect
What type of text structure is this paragraph?
Haunted attractions and horror movies are two popular forms of entertainment that share the goal of scaring and thrilling audiences, but they differ significantly in their delivery and impact. While haunted attractions offer a real-life experience, horror movies are experienced through a screen. In haunted attractions, visitors physically navigate eerie environments, encountering live actors and immersive settings that engage all their senses. On the other hand, horror movies rely on storytelling, cinematography, and special effects to create fear and suspense.
Compare/Contrast
Besides teaching, what else does Ms. Lara do at the school?
She helps do the 8th grade yearbook and activities.