Reading Strategies
What are the two facts in these sentences?
Taylor was born in 1990. He lives in Alabama. Students think he is boring.
Taylor was born in 1990. He lives in Alabama.
Verb: To make something.
Manufacture
What are the names of the two Deaf men from the STEM article?
Ricky and Justin
Before he left for work, Taylor realized he left his coffee on the left side of the table.
(Show the different signs for "left")
What are Suzanne's and Taylor's sign names?
(Show sign names for for "Suzanne" and "Taylor")
Everyone loves fruits but no one likes vegetables.
Opinion
Verb: To be freed from something
Emancipation
What was Charlotte Devitz studying at the University of Michigan?
Why some squirrels in an urban environment are skittish while others are bold and steal pizza from people.
His nose was running, so he ran to get a tissue before running the machine.
(Show the signs for "run")
How many years does it take to get an associate's degree?
2
What can we infer?
Edson's stomach growled as he looked at the clock. Finally, he was able to go to the cafeteria.
He's hungry or it's time to eat.
Noun: Making sure everyone has equal access.
Inclusivity
What is the performance style that Justin Perez uses?
Visual Vernacular
While she walked in high heels, she had an idea: She will draw a picture of a rhino.
(Show the different "I" handshape signs)
How many days does STEM camp last?
21
What is the main idea of these sentences?
Skunks use their claws when they fight.
Skunks spray to chase other animals away.
Skunks can bite hard with their sharp teeth.
Skunks have many ways to protect themselves.
Adjective: Exact
Precise
What was the main idea of the Devitz article?
There is an underrepresentation in STEM with people who are disabled.
Yesterday was a long day. I had to train the new player before practice, then we had a fire drill.
(Show sign for "practice")
Who is in charge of running STEM camp?
Cara Wilmont
What is the main idea of these sentences?
Having plenty of water can help make your skin clearer.
Drinking water helps your eyes stay bright.
Getting enough water can help you feel less tired.
Drinking water has lots of benefits.
Adjective: Very skilled at something.
Adept
What is the main idea of the Deafness in STEM article?
Deaf people can work in the STEM field. No matter what barriers you come across, you can beat them and be successful.
My car wouldn't start, so I was stuck in the rain. Then, a tiger came out of nowhere and scratched my arm.
Sign the sentence and tell the handshape
What has been your favorite experience at STEM camp?
Having Suzanne and Taylor teach reading... or another answer.