Citations
Paragraph 1: Lions live in large groups called prides. These prides help lions protect each other from danger.
What is a group of lions called? Write your answer as a quote with the paragraph number.
I know that lions live in large groups because it talks in paragraph one it claims “Lions live in large groups called prides” (Paragraph 1). This is important because prides help lions stay safe and strong.
*** Explain why your quote is important after citing.
After finishing the long hike, Maya felt weary but happy she reached the top. She needed to sit down and rest.
What's another word for "Weary?"
(Possible answers: tired, exhausted...)
Many people ride bicycles to school or work. Biking is good exercise and helps reduce pollution from cars.
What is the main idea of paragraph 1?
Riding bicycles is healthy and better for the environment.
What age did Miss. Fairman start playing the guitar?
6th grade
What grade do we teach during summer school 2025?
7th & 8th grade
Paragraph 2:
Many people enjoy pizza because it is easy to share and comes in many different flavors. Some prefer classic cheese, while others like pepperoni or veggie toppings.
Why do people like pizza?
I know that people like pizza because it says in paragraph two, “it is easy to share and comes in many different flavors” (Paragraph 2). This is important because it shows why pizza is popular with people who like different toppings.
Jamal was reluctant to join the game because he had never played before. He stood at the edge of the field, unsure if he should try.
What does the word reluctant mean?
(Possible answer: hesitant, unwilling)
Rainforests cover only a small part of the Earth’s surface, but they are home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species.
What is the main idea?
Rainforests are important because they contain most of the world’s plant and animal life.
How many siblings does Miss. Fairman have?
1, a brother
What sport did Mr. Rahlf do?
Swim.
Paragraph 5:
Some traits, such as eye color and hair texture, are heritable. This means they can be passed from parents to their children through genes.
What does “heritable” mean?
I know that “heritable” means something that can be passed down because the text explains in paragraph three, “they can be passed from parents to their children through genes” (Paragraph 3). This is important because it helps me understand why traits run in families.
During the debate, Maria made an astute point that surprised everyone. Her clever idea helped her team win.
What does the word "Astute mean?"
(Possible answer: clever, sharp, insightful)
Solar panels turn sunlight into electricity. This clean energy source helps people power their homes without using fossil fuels like coal or oil.
Whats the main idea?
Solar panels provide clean energy by turning sunlight into electricity.
Who's the better singer? Miss. Fairman? Mr. Powers? Mr. Rahlf?
Ms. Fairman
Mr. Powers favorite fast food restaurant?
Panda Express
Paragraph 61:
During the rainy season, frogs gather near ponds to lay their eggs. These eggs will hatch into tadpoles, which will slowly grow legs and become adult frogs.
Where do frogs lay their eggs?
I know that frogs lay their eggs near ponds because it says in paragraph four, “frogs gather near ponds to lay their eggs” (Paragraph 4). This is important because it explains where frogs go during the rainy season and why ponds are important to their life cycle.
The team planned an elaborate project that included music, artwork, and even a short film. They spent weeks working on every small detail.
What does "Elaborate" mean?
(Possible answer: detailed, complex, intricate)
When bees collect nectar from flowers, they help plants reproduce by spreading pollen. This process, called pollination, is vital for growing fruits and vegetables.
Whats the main idea?
Bees are important because they pollinate plants, which helps produce food.
What is Miss. Fairman's favorite musical?
Beauty and the Beast
What was Mr. Rahlfs' major in college?
Biology
Paragraph 8:
In ancient times, sailors used the stars to help them find their way across the sea. They carefully watched the night sky to guide their ships safely to distant lands.
How did sailors find their way?
I know that sailors found their way by looking at the stars because in paragraph five it says, “sailors used the stars to help them find their way across the sea” (Paragraph 5). This is important because it shows how sailors traveled long distances before modern tools like maps and compasses.
Some traits, such as eye color and hair texture, are heritable, meaning they can be passed from parents to their children through genes.
What would you underline to help you understand the word "Heritable?"
Teacher will say if scholar is correct.
In the past, messages could take weeks or months to reach someone far away. Today, technology like email and instant messaging lets people communicate almost instantly, no matter where they are.
What is the main idea?
Modern technology has made communication much faster than it used to be.
How old is Miss. Fairman?
25
Mr. Rahlf age?
Mr. Powers age?
Both 22.