What is the theme?
What is the theme?
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100

She sobbed for hours trying to think of a way out of having to tell her father she wrecked her new car. After stewing over it for quite some time, she called her father on his cell phone. “Thank you,” he said.

Honesty is the best policy.

You should always tell the truth.

100

There was a ragged old woman following behind me as I walked down each isle. She had a strange look on her face, as her missing teeth distorted her smile. I rushed to try to avoid her, as I was a little nervous about what she might do. Come to find out, I dropped some money and she was trying to return it to me.

Don't judge a book by its cover

100

I have a dog whose name is Paco. He is almost 10 years old. Paco is very loveable with a brown face and short black fur. He is one of my best friends. He plays with me, sleeps with me, and goes on walks with me. I am so glad to have him around. I love him.

The writer's dog is an important part of his life.

100

There are many different flavors of ice cream.

Ice Cream

100

No two snowflakes are exactly alike. Snowflakes form in clouds, and their different journeys to the ground affect their shape and size, giving each snowflake its own unique identity. Very cold clouds contain water droplets and ice crystals. As water droplets attach themselves to ice crystals, they freeze, creating an even larger ice crystal. When this happens, water molecules line up and form a six-sided shape called a “hexagon.” This is why all snowflakes are six-sided. The temperature of the cloud determines the shape of the ice crystal. The amount of moisture in the cloud determines the size of the ice crystal. Likewise, the more water there is in a cloud, the bigger the ice crystal will be. When several ice crystals join together, they form a snowflake. As snowflakes tumble through the air, whirling and spinning, they each take a different path to the ground. As each snowflake falls, it drifts through clouds with different temperatures and moisture levels, which uniquely shapes each snowflake. The main idea is: Snowflakes form in clouds, and their different journeys to the ground affect their shape and size, giving each snowflake its own unique identity.  Give 2 supporting details.

1. The temperature of the cloud determines the shape of the ice crystal. 

2.The amount of moisture in the cloud determines the size of the ice crystal. 

3.Clouds with different temperature and moisture levels shape each snowflake in a unique way. 

200

The three-year-old peered down from the diving board and looked back at his mother behind him. His knees began to buckle as he took another step forward. “Splash!”

Courage helps you overcome hard tasks.

Face your fears.

200

Even though everyone was against their marriage, Joe and Laura were in love and celebrated their 30-year anniversary even though no one thought it would work.

Love will see you through.

200

I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave!

The writer enjoys spending time with family.

200

Penguins can be found in many different parts of the southern hemisphere

where penguins live

200

Water plays an important part in our lives and in our environment. It covers nearly three-quarters of the Earth’s surface. It is fun to play in, but it is also needed for life. In fact, we can not survive without water to drink. People also need water to wash, cook, and grow food. Every living thing needs water. Without it, plants and trees would not grow, aquatic life would have no where to live, and animals who find their food in the water would have nothing to eat. Up in Earth’s atmosphere, water vapor cools and collects into clouds. When enough clusters of cloud particles stick together, they tumble back down to Earth as rain, snow, hail, or sleet. Without water, the water cycle would not work, and we would not have precipitation on Earth. Did you know that most of the world’s population does not have access to clean water? We are very lucky to live in a country where clean water is available for us to drink. It is up to us to be responsible users of the water we have on Earth. The main idea is:Water plays an important part in our lives and in our environment.  Give 2 supporting details.

1. We can not survive without water to drink. 

2.Plants and trees would not grow 

3. We would not have precipitation on Earth. 

300

“You can do it!” shouted her father, as he pushed Chloe and let go. She was going on her on, but suddenly fell. She cried, but said, “Again, daddy.” This time, she went farther falling into the ditch. A few moments later, she was riding down the street, smiling from ear to ear

Never give up

300

Ben knew his friend was about to receive detention for not being prepared for class. This would have been the third day in a row he would have to stay after class. Ben gave the pencil to Tim. Later, Ben received detention and had to stay after class.

Sacrifice for your friends.

300

Wilbur and Orville Wright were brothers who were inventors, even from a young age when they built kites and bicycles. Many people credit the Wright Brothers with designing and building the first successful airplane. In 1903, their first flight only lasted 12 seconds, but it continues to inspire people all over the world to learn about science and math, to work hard to realize their dreams, and to use imagination to achieve success.

The Wright Brothers were inventors who have inspired many people.

300

Antarctica is the coldest, driest, and windiest continent on Earth.

Antarctica

300

Did you know that all reindeer do not just live at the North Pole? It’s true! Reindeer are interesting creatures. They can be found in Northern Asia, Europe, Siberia, Alaska, Canada, and Greenland. In North America, reindeer are called “caribou.” They are nomadic species, which means they are constantly moving from place to place in large herds containing thousands of reindeer. They survive the cold temperatures of their habitats because their coat has two layers. A soft wool under-layer lies against its skin. Long, hollow “guard hairs” form the top layer. These special layers help to keep them warm and dry. Just like Rudolph, a reindeer’s nose plays an important part in its survival. Since reindeer live in areas where food often hides under the snow, they rely on a keen sense of smell to find their dinner. Reindeer also have special hooves to scoop and dig through the snow to plants and food underneath. Male and female reindeer grow antlers. Each year the antlers fall off, and the next year, the reindeer grows even bigger antlers that they use to defend against predators. The main idea is:Reindeer are interesting creatures. Give 2 supporting details.

1. They are constantly moving from place to place in large herds that may contain thousands of reindeer 

2.They survive the cold temperatures of their habitats, because their coat has two layers. 

3. They rely on a super sense of smell to find their dinner. 

400

My best friend was having a party Friday night, but I also had a baseball game. This was going to be a tough decision. If I do not go to the game, I will let my team down

Be loyal; Don't let your friends down.

Others depend on you.

400

The girls were coloring when Mike wanted to join along. One girl moved the crayons closer to them. The other girl proceeded to take the other crayon boxes. Mike had no crayons to use. One girl remarked, “These crayons are ours. Find your own"

Be kind and share with others.  

Don't be greedy.

400

If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!

There are many ways to make yourself feel better  

400

There are many different kinds. There are fruit loops, captain crunch, lucky charms and frosted flakes. 

Cereal

400

There are many ways you can protect your teeth from cavities. When cavities form they give bacteria a place to hide while forming a clear coating on your teeth called, plaque. A buildup of plaque can burn holes in your teeth, so it is important to prevent the plaque from forming. Using fluoride toothpaste is a good way to prevent cavities. Fluoride is a chemical that hardens your tooth enamel and makes it harder for acids to burn through your teeth. Some water bottling companies add fluoride to their water, so drinking water with fluoride in it will also help. Another way you could prevent cavities is to avoid sugary foods, and chew sugar-free gum. Bacteria loves sugar, and when you eat lots of sugar they eat, too! There are many ways to prevent cavities, but the best way is to brush for two minutes, at least two times a day, using fluoride toothpaste and a toothbrush. By doing this, you are making sure that you still have your teeth when you are older. It will also give you something to smile about! The main idea is:There are many ways you can protect your teeth from cavities. Give 3 supporting details.

1.Using fluoride toothpaste. 

2.Avoid sugary foods, and chew sugar-free gum 

3. Brush for two minutes, at least two times a day, 

500

Kim had gone through her closet with her mom over the weekend. She remembered a new girl at school who always seemed to wear the same pants over and over. Kim wondered what she could do with those clothes. She handed the new girl a bag as she passed her in the hallway

It is better to give than to recieve

500

Jim was stacking boxes at work. There was a certain height he had to reach. He stretched his body, but could not reach to place the final box at the top. Bill happened to see Jim struggling and came to his rescue, since he was a foot taller.

teamwork

500

Did you know that giraffes are the tallest animals in the world? They are unique in other ways, too. For one thing, they sleep only about 20 minutes each day, and usually not more than five minutes at a time. (They have to remain alert for predators.) Also, every giraffe’s coat is unique, and varies in color from white to nearly black, depending on what they eat and where they live.

Giraffes are unique animals.  

500

Most people have either an iphone or an android phone. Mrs Fuat is the only 5th grade teacher with an android phone. Everyone else has an iphone.

Phones

500

Chickens can be useful as pets, as they provide eggs that can be eaten. However, chickens must be taken care of carefully. If you have a chicken, you must make sure that they have plenty of food and water. Also, their chicken coop must be cleaned regularly, and their eggs collected! Eating potato skins or chocolate can be fatal for chickens, so make sure your chickens avoid these two foods! The main idea is:Chickens must be taken care of it you keep one as a pet. Give 3 supporting details. 

1. Make sure chickens don’t eat chocolate or raw potato skins. 

2.Chickens need plenty of food and water. 

3. Chicken eggs must be collected.