Reading Homework
What is a "noun"?
A noun is a person, place, or thing.
12 + 7 = ?
19
Who is a Teen Leadership Assistant who can help with homework help?
Mr. Rich or Miss Dianna
Name one Dr. Seuss book?
Green Eggs and Ham, The Cat in the Hat, Fox in Socks, and many more!
How many stickers do you need to get a book and toy prize?
8 stickers
What is a "verb"?
A verb is "something you do" such as "run", "jump", or "talk".
15 - 8 = ?
7
Who is the After School Leader or the Children's Librarian who can help with finding books?
Mr. Hua is the After School Leader, and Mr. Paul is the Children's Librarian.
Name the wizard with a lightning-bolt scar on his head, or the name of the "wimpy kid".
Harry Potter is the wizard with a lightning-bolt scar on his head, and Greg Heffley is the writer of the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid".
List three things you can do to get a sticker.
Check our summer reading sheet for more ideas but some examples:
- Read and tell us about it
- Play a new game
- Build something cool
What is a "simile"?
A "simile" is a comparison using "like" or "as".
4 x 4 = ?
16
What sorts of things can you borrow at the library?
Books, DVDs/Movies, CDs/Audiobooks, Magazines
What is the Caldecott Medal or Newbery Medal given for?
Caldecott Medal is given for a children's book that excels artistically, and Newbery Medal is given for a children's book that excels in diversity, theme/lessons, and excellence in children's writing.
How do you get raffle ticket for a big prize?
Fill a whole sheet of stickers from activities! (40 total)
What is a "metaphor"?
A "metaphor" is a comparison without using "like" or "as".
9 / 3 = ?
Where is the library located, or what are the days it is open?
Holmesburg Library is located on Frankford Avenue, and it is open from Monday to Friday in the summer.
What is the name of a book that tells of a real person's life?
Biography
What are some things that LEAP does?
Homework help, crafts, LEGOs (on Tuesdays in the school year), board games, and more!
What is "alliteration"?
Alliteration is repeating the first letters of words in a row, such as "She saw seashells at the seashore".
Tom has 4 books. Sally gives him 3 books. Edd takes 1 book away. How many books does Tom have now?
6 books
If a book is not here at this library, how can I still get the book?
I can put a Hold on the book from another library, so that it comes into this library.
Recite a quote or opening line from any book and tell the title of the book!
Some examples:
- “Where’s Papa going with that ax?” (Charlotte's Web)
- “There is no lake at Camp Green Lake.” (Holes)
- “Mr. and Mrs. Dursley, of number four Privet Drive, were proud to say that they were perfectly normal, thank you very much.” (Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone)
What does LEAP stand for?
Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program