GENRE ID
What is an autobiography?
An informational text about the author's life
What was the main theme from "Race to the Top"?
Good vs. Evil
What is the author's purpose in an informational text?
To inform or teach the reader about a topic
Use 2 character traits to describe a character from "Race to the Top"
Whiro, Papa Io, or Tane
Whiro = evil, sneaky, tricky, angry, horrible, hardworking
Papa Io = generous, kind, loving, good, helpful
Tane = hopeful, good, helpful, trustworthy
What type of figurative language is this?
"She was as bright as the sun"
SIMILE
What genre is "Race to the Top?
Myth - Traditional Literature
Recycling things like paper, plastic and metal helps the Earth by cutting down on trash. Yet many people throw away their newspapers, bottles and cans instead of recycling them. The question, then, is how to encourage more people to recycle. One way that works is to put recycling containers in more places. Seeing more recycling bins helps people remember to use them. Another way is to teach people why recycling is important. If we make recycling easier and teach people why it matters, more people will join in.
What sentence from the text reveals the main idea?
If we make recycling easier and teach people why it matters, more people will join in.
Give 3 examples of text features.
heading, photo, caption, bold words, graphs, diagram, labels, etc.
What are story elements?
(there are 5)
Plot, characters, conflict, setting, resolution
(would also accept theme)
A few days after this I had to go out with Ginger in the carriage. I wondered how we should get on together; but except laying her ears back when I was led up to her, she behaved very well.
What point of view does the author use in this text?
FIRST PERSON POINT OF VIEW
What killed the dinosaurs? Many people believe that the dinosaurs were killed when an asteroid hit the Earth. An asteroid is a small, rocky object that orbits the sun. However, some scientists now think that the asteroid wasn't the only cause. Some scientists think that there were climate changes before the asteroid hit. They believe that these climate changes killed some animals and plants that dinosaurs needed for food. Also, some scientists believe there may have been harmful gases in the air that killed many dinosaurs. So, when the asteroid hit, it made things even worse for the dinosaurs.
What genre is this text?
Informational text or article
Dogs and wolves are part of the same animal family. Both animals have strong senses of smell and are loyal to their packs. But dogs and wolves are quite different when it comes to people. Dogs are used to living with people and get along well with them. In fact, dogs have been called "man's best friend." Wolves, on the other hand, cannot live with humans. Wolves prefer to live in the wild, where they can hunt for their food. Clearly, dogs belong with people, while wolves do not.
What is the main idea of this text?
Dogs are better suited to living with humans than wolves are
The name of the red-lipped batfish hints at its strange-looking appearance. With bright red lips, this fish looks like it is wearing lipstick. The big lips droop down to make a frown, so this fish always looks grumpy. The second part of the name tells us that it is a type of batfish. Batfish have flattened bodies that make them look like underwater bats.
ACCORDING TO THE TEXT, WHAT IS ONE WAY THE RED-LIPPED BATFISH IS STRANGE?
- looks like it's wearing lipstick
- big lips make a frown
- flattened bodies
"I'm a risk taker. That's why I score like crazy. I score on the go, with the ball in the air, with my back to the goal. I score in all weather. Dirt, mud, or ice, I score."
What is the narrator's point of view ? How do you know?
First person
Different families have different ideas about manners. In some families, it's important to be excused before leaving the dinner table. In other families, people can come and go from the table as they please.
What is the author's purpose? "To _________"
To inform about different family values.
How is historical fiction similar AND different from realistic fiction?
Historical fiction and realistic fiction both can have realistic characters and conflicts. However, historical fiction is set in the past and based on real, historical events.
Why the Spider Has Long, Thin Legs
Long ago there lived a spider named Anansi who had eight short legs. He was always hungry.
One day he visited Rabbit's house. Rabbit was cooking wonderful-smelling greens. He invited Anansi to stay and eat, but Anansi wanted to try other animals' foods, too. Anansi decided to spin a web and tie his leg to the pot. When the greens were done, Rabbit would tug on the web to tell Anansi to come and eat.
Next, Anansi visited Monkey's home. Monkey was cooking beans. Anansi tied another leg to Monkey's pot. Now Monkey could tug on the web when the beans were ready.
On he went until he had visited eight friends and tied each of his eight legs to eight different pots. Suddenly, he felt a tug on one leg. Then he felt another, and another. Soon all eight legs were being tugged in different directions. Ouch! Anansi finally untied his legs, which were now stretched long and thin. He went home to rest, still hungry
WHAT IS THE THEME OR LESSON OF THE FOLKTALE?
If you are greedy, you may end up with nothing.
You should work for what you want or else you may not get it.
The Rock of Gibraltar is more interesting than you might guess. First, it's large. It stands 426 metres high. Also, Gibraltar is at a narrow spot at the west end of the Mediterranean. To the south across the sea is Africa. From the Rock of Gibraltar to the continent of Africa is only about 22 kilometres. Finally, the rock is home to about three hundred Barbary macaques, a kind of monkey. These are the only wild monkeys in all of Europe.
WHAT IS THE TEXT STRUCTURE OF THIS TEXT?
(compare/contrast, description, cause/effect, problem/solution, sequence)
Description
What are plot elements?
(think: roller coaster arc)
1. introduction
2. rising action
3. climax
4. falling action
5. resolution
Dogs and wolves are part of the same animal family. Both animals have strong senses of smell and are loyal to their packs. But dogs and wolves are quite different when it comes to people. Dogs are used to living with people and get along well with them. In fact, dogs have been called "man's best friend." Wolves, on the other hand, cannot live with humans. Wolves prefer to live in the wild, where they can hunt for their food. Clearly, dogs belong with people, while wolves do not.
What is the text structure of this text?
-problem/solution,description,compare/contrast, cause/effect, sequence
compare & contrast
My Garden
I squint my eyes and swat at flies,
I see tomatoes red and plump.
But there's a worm that makes me squirm.
It moves, which makes me jump.
Next up I spy, roaming by,
Spiders creeping before my eyes!
Their silky threads are deadly beds
For all the buzzing flies.
I could have grown in a pest-free zone,
Chasing insects from their place.
But creepy crawlies matter, too.
They need a home, a little space.
WHAT GENRE IS THIS? HOW DO YOU KNOW? ID AT LEAST 2 ELEMENTS.
POETRY
-rhythm, rhyme
- figurative language
-lines/stanzas
The Fox and the Stork
There once was a clever fox who loved playing tricks. He invited his friend the stork over for dinner one day. When dinner was served, the poor bird saw that the meal was soup served in a flat dish. Try as she might, the stork could not drink the soup with her long, thin beak.
"I'm sorry you aren't enjoying the dinner," the fox said, laughing to himself over his trick.
"Oh, it's no problem at all," the stork said, acting very polite. "You must join me for dinner next time."
Soon the stork invited the fox to her house for dinner. The fox had worked hard all day and was very hungry. But when the stork brought out the food, the fox got a surprise. The dinner was served in tall, narrow jars. With her long beak, the stork had no trouble gobbling up the tasty food. The fox's mouth did not fit in the jar, so he went home hungry.
WHAT IS THE THEME OF THIS FABLE?
Expect others to treat you as you treat them
"Some people believe the famous composer Mozart wrote the music for "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star." But that's a myth. The truth is that the tune originated from a French children's folk song written by an unknown musician."
What does the word originated mean in this section?
Came from
1. When my sister had a big birthday party, she said I had to get dressed up. The fancy clothing felt awful! The big jacket was awkward, the collar choked me and the shoes pinched my feet. The party would have been better if I could have worn ordinary, comfortable clothes.
2. Once I tied my bow tie and put on my jacket, I looked in the mirror. My brand-new suit was neatly ironed and fit perfectly. My shoes sparkled. It felt wonderful to be in such elegant clothing. I was looking forward to the fancy evening to come.
COMPARE/CONTRAST THE POINT OF VIEW
Both are in first person point of view discussing their experiences with dressing up for an event. The first narrator makes dressing up for a party sound unpleasant, whereas the second narrator sounds excited.
What are the elements of poetry?
- lines & stanzas
- figurative language
- imagery
- rhyme, repetition, rhythm