Main Idea
When playing Uno it is a good idea to always plan your moves. That way you can make sure that you can be the first to get rid of all your cards. Don't forget to shout out "Uno!" when you only have one card left. Once you get rid of all your cards, you win the game.
How to play Uno.
I watched as mommy cracked an egg and whisk it in a bowl.
1st Person
Sally wanted to buy a new bike but she had no money. Her grandma said she would pay her $5 every time she completed a chore. Sally finally earned money to buy a bike.
Problem and Solution
What is the difference between firsthand and secondhand account?
Firsthand-the person was there/witnessed the event
Secondhand-the person was NOT there/researched or heard it from someone else
Pride/Self-respect
The St. Lawrence Seaway was a joint project of the United States and Canada. Together, the two countries built a series of canals, locks, and channels. They connect the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean by way of the St. Lawrence River. The seaway opened up the central part of North America to shipping to and from Europe. It had been in use since 1959.
3rd Person
Math is fun. It is all about numbers. Reading is also fun, but it is all about words. In schools students must learn both math and reading.
Compare and Contrast
Last year, only 20% of the third grade students passed the EOG. This year, the principal is hoping that 50% of the students will pass.
Secondhand Account
Can you tell when a storm is coming? There are some people who are very good at predicting when a storm is coming. They may feel sore in their joints. Some say they can smell it. There are several ways to know if a storm is on its way. You can listen to weather reports. The reporters use equipment that can watch weather from a distance. Often, the wind will start to blow. Trees may start to sway, and small branches and leaves start to fall. The sky will get dark, and you may see clouds become dark grey or black and thick. If you see a lightning streak or hear thunder, it's a good idea to go inside
There are several ways to know if a storm is on its way.
You must make sure to staple each packet carefully so that the kids don't rip it apart.
2nd Person
The old car rumbled to a stop. Dad called the tow truck. We rode in the back of the tow truck all the way to the mechanic.
Cause and Effect
At first, the captain or the flight attendants did not say anything to us. We knew the captain was taking his time to land the plane. We were already at the airport, and we could see other planes on the ground.
Firsthand Account
After the bunny escaped, Christ tried to coax it back into the cage with treats. What does coax mean?
Gently persuade/bribe
The musicians in an orchestra are often arranged in groups. The woodwinds sit together. The strings sit together. So do the brass and the percussion players. This way it is easier for the musicians to play together. Usually, the percussion is in the back. In front of them may be the brass section. The woodwinds and the strings are often seated nearest to the front. This produces a good, even sound for the audience to enjoy.
How is an orchestra arranged.
First Person
Chronological Order/Sequential
Around 9:30 last night, Metro Airport was quite busy. The captain of Delta Airlines reported a problem with the landing gear. When the plane landed, the passengers rushed out of the plane and into the arms of waiting friends and family.
Secondhand Account
Since it was a school day, John thought it was peculiar that there were no children in the school. What does peculiar mean?
Odd/Strange
When scientists explore a sea vent on the ocean floor, what are they looking for? Far below the surface, the atmosphere is dark, hot, and under a lot of pressure. Not only that, sea vents expel toxic chemicals that would kill ordinary sea creatures. So, what are they looking for? Life forms. That's right - they are looking for unusual forms of life that thrive on sulfur. Explorers find Jericho worms, orange worms, red palm worms, and giant tube worms living, and growing at an amazingly fast speed, around sea vents.
The creatures that live around sea vents.
To make a paper plane, you must carefully fold a paper in half. Then fold down the wings in a triangle shape. Then you can open it and fly your plane!
2nd Person
The EOGs are a state test that every student from grades 3-12 must take. They test to see how much students have learned through the year. Everyone has to take them no matter what, even if they aren't fun.
Descriptive
May 21, 2011
Kory and I got married in a small church in St. Peters. It was sunny and the skies were blue. It was a beautiful wedding full of family and friends. I can't wait to celebrate our anniversary next year.
Firsthand Account
The richest man in town lost his hearing and he offered a large reward for anyone who could find a remedy for his condition. What does "remedy" mean?