Show:
Who/What
Where/When
Feelings
Clues
Author's Purpose Statements
100
I begin the day with my small tools to clean my patient’s teeth. I placed the paper bib on her and shined a light down so I could see. I found one cavity! After all the teeth were cleaned, I gave her a toothbrush.
What is a dentist?
100
I sat in my seat excitedly watching the man swing from pole to pole. Far under him 2 elephants carried ladies with feathers in their hair. I ate my popcorn as I watched 8 clowns pile out of a tiny car.
What is the circus?
100
Akia was riding home in the car with her mom after school. She could barely keep her eyes open. Her mom was talking to her about her day and asking her questions, but she hardly heard anything she said. Before she knew it, she opened her eyes and they were pulling up to her house.
What is sleepy/tired?
100
Alex was in a hurry to get home to watch football. He was driving over the speed limit when suddenly he heard a siren and saw flashing lights. What do you think is happening? What do you know? 
A police officer is pulling him over for speeding. 
100
If I have a new classmate who came in the middle of the school year, I could infer that... 
The new classmate feels nervous. 
200
When I get to work I pass out papers and set up a game for the kids to play. When everyone arrives, we read a story and discuss it. The bell rings and it is time for lunch. I correct some papers and prepare the next lesson.
What is a teacher?
200
Last Saturday night, my cousin slept over my house. We roasted marshmallows at the bright fire and chased fireflies. We caught 10 fireflies and watched them glow in a jar. Afterwards, we set them free.
What is nighttime and/or summer?
200
Isaiah's grandmother could not believe her ears! When Miss Johnson told her how great Isaiah's day had been, she wanted to cry. She could only hope tomorrow would be just as great.
What is surprised/excited?
200
There is a big storm today and it's going to last until tomorrow. Jimmy is supposed to pick up his friend Lily from the airport. Jimmy's phone was ringing and say Lily's name. He picked up the phone and said, "Okay. Just tell me when you get there." What do you think Lily told Jimmy? 
Lily's flight got delayed by the storm. 
200
If I keep eating junk food, I could infer that... 
I will be overweight. I will get sick. I will have cavities. 
300
Today has been very busy. I replaced a knee and set a broken arm into a cast. Now, I am examining a patient with a sore leg. He may need some medicine. Later, I take off my white coat and stethoscope and relax.
What is a doctor?
300
I waited patiently for my dinner to be brought to the table. All of our food was carried over on a big, round tray. Lots of other families were eating dinner, also. When we were through, Dad left the waitress a big tip.
What is a restaurant?
300
Lawrence could not stop laughing. He knew it would probably get him in trouble, but it seemed like every time someone said something it was hilarious! He tried holding it in, but then someone sneezed really loud and he lost it!
What is silly?
300
Tia is starting to feel tired but she told herself she could do it. She only needed to pass one more person so she pedaled faster. What is Tia doing? 
Tia is in a bike race. 
300
I saw on TV that a storm is coming. For school tomorrow, I can infer that....
I should bring an umbrella 
400
I put on my white shirt and begin chopping carrots. Behind me is a pot of boiling broth. I choose some nice herbs and chop them to place into the soup. When it is done, I pour a bowl of hot soup and hand it to the waiter.
What is a chef?
400
Friday was our last day of school. My class spent the day at the playground and had a picnic. When the final bell rang, I ran out of the building and headed home. My mom had a popsicle waiting for me.
What is daytime and/or summer?
400
Jaclyn was so excited about playing Fern in Charlotte's Web! However, when she woke up, she felt weak and her nose was runny. Her forehead felt warm and she was really tired. "Uh Oh!" she thought.
What is sick?
400
It was raining hard and some of the drivers were losing their patience. "I wonder why there is so much traffic", Valerie thought. As she drove she saw an ambulance and a car upside down. What was causing the traffic?
An accident was causing the traffic. 
400
I went to sleep really late last night, I could infer that...
I will be very tired
500
Before the show I practice my lines. I like to look into the mirror and pretend. I fix my hair and makeup and get into my costume. Before the curtain rises, I am nervous but eager to begin performing.
What is a doctor?
500
We ran from hay bale to hay bale trying not to step on any cow pies. Uncle Joe picked us up with his tractor and gave us some fresh milk to drink. We helped with the garden and fed the chickens.
What is a farm?
500
India rolled her eyes as Kaleb let out that funny sneeze he always did. Then, when he started dancing, she felt like she was going to be sick. To make things even worse, he was sitting next to her making those funny noises. "Ugh, she thought to herself, "I have to get away from him!" Kaleb, however, thought it was hilarious! (How was India feeling?)
What is annoyed/irritated?
500
John enjoys school but he thinks math is too hard. He had a final test on Wednesday. He and his family went out to dinner on Friday. His family members kept telling him they are so proud of him. How do you think he did on the test. 
He did really well on the test. 
500
My dog is barking at the front door. I could infer that... 
Somebody is at the front door.