Central Idea
There are many different breeds of dogs. From American Pit bulls to Cane Corso's. They range is many different shapes, sizes, colors, and have different needs. Some dogs are used for police work, others are your average family dog. What is the main Idea of this passage?
What are different breeds of dogs?
This prefix means "water."
What is aqua-
What is Ms. Chance's favorite color?
What is green?
The antonym for the word insane is this
What is sane
This story was based on a young boy who came from very little, and was inspired to invent a windmill to produce power for his village.
What is Winds of Hope?
The color green is often connected to nature because it is the color of grass, leaves, and many plants. It can make people feel calm and relaxed, which is why it is often used in parks and gardens. Many animals also use green as camouflage to blend into their surroundings and stay safe. Whether in forests, fields, or even inside our homes, green is a color that reminds us of growth, life, and peace. What is the main idea of the passage?
What is the color green?
The prefix Pre- means this
What is "before."
Where did Ms. Chance go to college?
What is Virginia State University?
A synonym for the word "child" is this
What is kid/toddler/baby
This story sets the scene with a king who was determined to keep the season of spring away from his land for as long as possible.
What is The Miracle of Spring?
Max wears a charm bracelet for good luck. She doesn't let her friends split the pole when the walk in public, and she never steps on the cracks of a sidewalk. She is very superstitious and careful about the things she does every day so she doesn't get bad luck. What is the main idea of the reading?
What is Max is very superstitious and follows specific habits to avoid bad luck?
The prefix Non- means this.
What is "not."
What does Ms. Chance like to collect?
What are coffee mugs?
What is an antonym for the word correct?
What is incorrect
This story introduces a specific kind of natural disasters: The science behind killer storms.
What is Hurricanes?
Potatoes are a versatile vegetable that can be cooked in many different ways. People use potatoes to make foods like mashed potatoes, french fries, baked potatoes, and potato chips. They can also be used in soups, casseroles, and even breakfast dishes like hash browns. Because they can be prepared in so many forms, potatoes are a popular ingredient around the world. What is the central idea of the passage?
What is Potatoes are used to make different foods?
This prefix means "under/below."
What is sub-
What month does Ms. Chance's birthday fall in?
What is May?
A synonym for this word is "bright."
What is shiny
This story introduces us to the Westward expansion of the United States. People moved in search of opportunity, gold, and a new life.
What is is Explore the Wild West?
The desert is home to many plants and animals. Even though the conditions are harsh, plants like cacti and animals like lizards, snakes, and camels have adapted to survive there. The desert is a unique habitat with limited water and special life forms. What is the main idea of the reading?
What is The Desert?
This prefix means "incorrectly/wrongly"
What is mis-
What years was Ms. Chance Born?
What is 2001
What is an antonym for the word "dry."
What is wet
This story talks about a Hispanic family whose been terribly affected by a drought and insects ruining their garden. Saved by a little girl, she brings back hope to her hope and her village.
What is The Good Garden?