Main Idea
Mia packed her cleats, filled her water bottle, and grabbed her soccer ball. She hurried outside to meet her team.
Go to soccer practice.
Jordan grabbed his umbrella before leaving. Dark clouds covered the sky.
What does Jordan think might happen?
It might rain.
After running two miles, Liam was exhausted and needed to rest.
What does exhausted mean?
Tyler wore his winter coat, gloves, and a scarf as he walked through the snow.
What details prove it was cold outside?
His winter clothing and the snow.
During lunch, a student discovered that someone had taken his backpack from the cafeteria.
What is the setting?
The school cafeteria during lunch.
Every Saturday, Ben helps his grandfather in the garden. They pull weeds, water plants, and pick ripe vegetables.
Ben and his grandfather work together in the garden.
Ava stared at her test. She smiled when she saw the big red A at the top.
How is Ava probably feeling?
Happy or proud.
The enormous dog was so tall that its head reached the kitchen counter.
What does enormous mean?
Very large
Emma practiced her guitar every evening for three weeks before the concert.
What evidence shows Emma prepared for the concert?
She practiced every evening for three weeks.
Alex wanted to join the basketball team, but he was nervous about trying out.
What is Alex's main conflict?
He wants to try out but feels nervous.
School libraries give students places to read, research, and study. Students can also borrow books to take home.
School libraries help students learn in different ways.
Marcus walked into the kitchen and smelled something burning. Smoke was rising from the toaster.
What can you infer happened?
The toast burned.
The trail was narrow, so the hikers had to walk in a single line.
What does narrow mean?
Not very wide
The puppy hid under the couch when thunder shook the windows. It whimpered until the storm passed.
Which details show the puppy was frightened?
It hid under the couch and whimpered.
The power went out during the storm. Lily found flashlights and helped her family stay calm.
Who is the main character?
Lily
Some animals survive winter by sleeping for long periods. Others grow thick fur or move to warmer places.
Animals have different ways of surviving winter.
Ella kept checking the clock. She tapped her pencil and looked toward the door. Her family was leaving for vacation after school.
Why is Ella watching the clock?
She is excited or impatient for school to end.
Sofia was reluctant to jump into the cold pool. She stood at the edge for several minutes before finally getting in.
What does reluctant mean?
Unwilling/hesitant
Despite falling twice during the race, Caleb got up each time and kept running until he crossed the finish line.
What evidence shows Caleb was determined?
He got up after falling twice and finished the race.
After arguing over a video game, two brothers decided to take turns so they could both enjoy playing.
How is the conflict resolved?
The brothers agree to take turns.
Plastic waste can harm ocean animals. Sea turtles may mistake plastic bags for food, and birds can become tangled in trash. People can help by using less plastic.
Plastic pollution harms ocean animals, but people can help reduce it.
Noah usually talked nonstop during lunch. Today, he sat quietly, pushed his food around, and avoided looking at his friends.
What can you infer about Noah? What evidence supports it?
He may be upset or worried. Evidence: He is unusually quiet, not eating, and avoiding eye contact.
The teacher asked students to examine the strange rock carefully, looking at its color, shape, and texture.
What does examine mean?
To look at or study something carefully.
When the new student entered, several classmates whispered and stared. Olivia moved her backpack, offered an empty seat, and introduced herself.
What evidence shows Olivia was welcoming?
She offered a seat and introduced herself.
A girl laughed at her friend's mistake during a class presentation. Later, she made a mistake herself and realized how embarrassing it felt. She apologized.
What is the theme?
Treat others with kindness and empathy.