Main Idea
During the month of October, the leaves on the trees start to change colors. The green transforms into shades of red, orange and yellow. Many people enjoy taking walks or drives to admire the colorful leaves. It is a reminder that autumn has arrived.
What is the main idea?
Leaves changing colors
I am something that is baked fresh in the oven using a red juicy fruit, and crust. I can be served as a dessert. What am I?
Apple Pie
The students waited "eagerly" for the assembly to start.
What does the word "eagerly" mean?
Very excited
Name 3 articles of clothing for fall.
Jacket
Hat
BootsWhat is the most popular Halloween candy?
a) Snickers; b) M&M's; c) Reese's; d) Gummy bears
b) M&M's
In many towns, October is the time for harvest festivals. These festivals celebrate the abundance of crops during the fall season. People come together to enjoy food, games, and music. They are a way for people to appreciate the hard work of farmers.
What is the main idea?
Harvest Festivals
I am a hot drink that is made using hot water and dried leaves. What am I?
Tea
At thanksgiving dinner, everyone shared their "gratitude" for the food, people and good times throughout the year by saying, "thank you".
What does "gratitude" mean?
Feeling of appreciation or thanks
Name 3 colors that leaves can be in the fall
Red
Orange
Yellow
What state grows the most pumpkins?
a) Missouri
b) Illinois
c) Wisconsin
d) New York
b) Illinois
In the month of October, one of the most popular activities is going pumpkin picking. Many pumpkin farms open to the public. They let people walk through the fields, searching for the perfect pumpkin to take home. Pumpkin picking is a fun and festive way to celebrate the fall season.
What is the main idea?
Pumpkin picking
I am an orange fruit. I am round and sometimes bumpy. I have a stem. I have seeds inside. I grow on a vine in a patch. What am I?
Pumpkin
The cool fall weather brings a "refreshing" change from the heat of the summer.
What does the word "refreshing" mean?
Pleasantly new, different or interesting
Name 3 things to do outside in the fall
Go to a pumpkin patch, pick apples, carve a pumpkin
How much candy is bought for Halloween every year?
a) 300million pounds
b) 400 million pounds
c) 500 million pounds
d) 600 million pounds
d) 600 million pounds
As October arrives, the weather begins to change. The days get shorter and temperatures start to drop. The cool crisp air is a sign that fall has arrived. The fall weather brings a refreshing change from the heat of summer.
What is the main idea?
Fall weather
I am an animal. I have four legs. When I am black, people say I'm bad luck. Witches like me. I could be your pet. What am I?
At the pumpkin patch, everyone was looking at the wide "variety" of pumpkins before selecting the perfect one. No two pumpkins were the same.
What does the word, "variety" mean?
A collection of different things
Name 3 types of chocolate based candies
M&Ms, Snickers, Hershey
What is the most popular Halloween costume?
a) a witch
b) Spiderman
c) ghost
d) pirate
a) a witch
October is a month when students have settled into their school routines. By this time, they have adjusted to new classes, teachers, and homework. Students are fully engaged in learning and academic goals. This is a continuation of the school year.
What is the main idea?
Back to school
I am a kind of drink. I am made from apples and spices, like cinnamon. I taste best when I am warm. People like to drink me in the fall. What am I?
Apple cider
What does "abundance" mean?
A large amount of something
Name 3 halloween costumes
Pirate, witch, spiderman
Where did Halloween start?
a) England
b) Ireland
c) America
d) France
b) Ireland (during medieval times)