Vocabulary
Comprehension 1
Comprehension 2
Main Idea/Details
Everything!!
100
A sticky substance. Sap from trees
What is goo
100

What season do birds build their nests?

Spring

100

How long does it take for bird eggs to hatch?

about 3 weeks

100
What is the definition of a main idea?
What is what the passage you read was mostly about. The big picture of what you read.
100
Humans or animals that seek out animals to kill for food.
What is hunters
200
A measurement of weight equal to 2,000 pounds.
What is ton
200

Which bird has the smallest nest?

Hummingbirds

200

What was the genre of the story?

expository text

200

My dog is called Buttons and he learns new tricks really quickly. When I say “Hands”, he will give me one of his front paws. He can even walk on two legs when I tell him to. It only took me 3 days to teach him these tricks. I don’t think other dogs can learn as quickly as Buttons. He is the best. What is the main idea?

Buttons is a very smart dog

200
Which bird makes its nest from goo?

Swiflets

300
The hard outer structure of birds used for eating, pecking, and cleaning themselves.
What is bill
300
How do weaver birds make their nests?

They weave grass and other materials into their nests.

300

What bird's nest can weigh over 2 tons?

American Bald Eagle

300

What is the definition of a supporting detail?

What is evidence from the story that proves your main idea.

300

The American Bald Eagle's nest can weigh up to two _______.

tons

400
Twigs
What is small branches that come from trees or brush.
400
Where do city birds build their nests?

they build their nests in new and unusual places like a street light platform or building ledge.

400

How do birds learn how to make nests?

they have instincts to make the nest when they are born

400

I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave! What is the main idea?

this person enjoys spending time with their family

400
Material
What is all of the things that something is made of or used for.
500
platform
What is a high, raised and flat surface.
500

What are three things birds use to build their nests?

snakeskin, spider silk, and animal hair

500

Why do people eat birds nest soup?

they believe it will make them look younger

500

If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better! The main idea is that there are many things you can do to make yourself feel better. What are two supporting details?

talk to a friend, write down your feelings, go for a walk, etc.

500

The nest was not safe on the short  ____________.

platform