Inferences
Vocabulary
Problems and Solutions
Christmas Facts
100
“When Aisha opened the front door she had to brush powdery snow from her coat sleeves. The porch light was on and a trail of wet footprints led from the sidewalk to the welcome mat. Near the door, a small pair of ice‑crusted mittens sat next to a folded flyer for a community winter fair.”
Someone came to Aisha’s house recently and removed their mittens at the door.
100
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Booba could not resist the hanging icicles.
What is an icicle?
A long, thin spike of ice that forms when dripping water freezes as it falls, often hanging from roofs, eaves, or branches during cold weather
100
You come inside from recess and realize you left your lunch on the bus in the cold parking lot. Your stomach is growling and you feel embarrassed in front of your classmates. You aren’t sure what to do to stop being so hungry during the rest of the day.
What should you do?
Tell your teacher or the office right away. Ask if there is a school lunch you can have or if the office can contact your family.
100
A small evergreen tree is commonly decorated in homes for Christmas.
A Christmas Tree
200
“Maya took down the old calendar and circled a cluster of dates toward the end of the month. There were pine needles on the carpet, and in the hallway she found a folded program that announced a winter concert with a start time of 6:30 PM. A sticky note on the fridge read ‘Meet at 5:00 to rehearse’.”
A winter concert is coming soon, and Maya is likely participating in the rehearsal or performance.
200
John and Mary were out of school for three days due to the largest blizzard in Georgia's history.
What does Blizzard mean?
A severe winter storm with heavy snow and very strong winds that reduce visibility.
200
Your group is meeting after school to plan a winter class party, but one partner never joins the calls and does not answer messages. The rest of the group is worried the decorations and snack list won’t get finished in time for the party.
Try contacting the partner one more time with a clear message about what is due and a deadline. If there’s no reply, tell the teacher and divide the tasks among the available members so the work still gets done. Keep a note of attempts to contact the missing partner.
200
These small, soft candies shaped like cylinders or tossed in hot cocoa are a sweet holiday treat.
Marshmallows
300
“The evening news showed a map shaded in blue for an incoming storm and the anchor advised preparing for heavy snowfall. In the grocery parking lot, carts were piled with bottled water, canned soup, and extra batteries. A family in the store aisle compared two types of flashlights before choosing one.”
Shoppers are preparing for a big snowstorm and potential power outages.
300
The ice cream began to thaw as they sat near the fireplace.
What does thaw mean?
For something frozen to begin to melt
300
During a snowy outdoor activity, you notice your hands are getting numb because you left your gloves at home. Your fingers are cold and stiff, and you want to keep playing in the snow without getting too cold or hurt.
What should you do?
Go inside to warm up your hands as soon as possible — put them in your pockets, hold a warm drink, or sit near a heater for a few minutes. Ask a friend or teacher if you can borrow spare gloves. If you can’t warm them, stop playing and tell an adult to avoid frostbite.
300
This red‑clad figure delivers gifts on Christmas Eve in many stories and is known for flying reindeer.
Santa Claus
400
“A row of hand‑written cards leaned against a mantle, each labeled with a different family name. The fireplace was lit, and a toy train circled a small tree on the floor. On the porch, a neighbor’s car had a wreath attached to the grill.”
The family is celebrating a holiday gathering with guests and festive decorations.
400
The titantic hit the iceburg in the icy Atlantic Ocean and the boat began to sink.
What is an iceburg?
A large mass of ice that has broken off from a glacier and floats in the ocean.
400
You’re in a virtual class on a snowy evening when the internet starts to cut out because of poor weather. Your video freezes and you miss important instructions about a winter reading assignment. You’re worried you’ll fall behind if you can’t hear or see the teacher.
Send a quick message in chat or email the teacher explaining the connection problem and ask for the assignment details or a short summary. Turn off your video to improve connection, try reconnecting, or call in by phone if that option exists. Check the class page later for posted materials.
400
A popular song that begins, “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire,” is also called this.
500
“A bench by the pond held a folded scarf and a note that said, ‘Please return to lost & found.’ Close by, a small group hummed as they laced up skates while a sign posted rules for safe skating.”
People have been ice skating nearby and someone lost a scarf that was turned in for return
500
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What is an igloo?
a usually dome-shaped dwelling of arctic regions that is usually made of blocks of snow or ice
500
A classmate seems upset during the school winter festival and keeps sitting alone while others work on a group snowman project. They snap at students who try to help and refuse to join. The team feels uncomfortable and the project is not getting done because one person won’t participate.
What can be done to help?
A student or teacher can invite the classmate to talk privately and ask if they’re okay. Offer small tasks they can do alone at first so they feel included without pressure (for example, choosing a hat or arranging buttons). If the problem continues, ask the teacher to mediate and suggest taking turns so the group can finish the project while also supporting the upset classmate.
500
The night before Christmas is often called this, when many families prepare for the next day.
Christmas Eve