Context Clues
There is a book that belongs to you in the classroom if you would like to pick it up before you go home.
You own it
What a passage is mostly about is called?
Main Idea
This place is fun to play in! There are slides, swings, and monkey bars. Some have sandboxes and walls to climb on. Parents take their kids here and watch them play. You can find one at your school!
What is the setting of the story?
The playground
What is a noun?
Person Place or Thing
My friend from Brazil really suffers in the cold during our snowy Chicago winters.
To experience something bad
What are key details of a story?
Key details add detail to the main idea of what the story is about.
What is are Internal and External Character Trait and give an example.
External - What you look like - Tall
Internal - What you think and Feel - Happy
What is an Adjective?
An Adjective describes a noun.
The old woman offered the young boy some money to cut her grass, but he refused, saying it was unnecessary to pay him.
To ask to give
What is a preposition and give an example?
a position word like up or down
Last summer, I experienced a day that I will always remember. My family and I went to the beach for a fun-filled day in the sun. The moment we arrived, I could feel the warmth of the sun on my skin and the cool breeze from the ocean. I raced to the water, where the waves crashed against my feet. We spent the morning building a giant sandcastle, complete with towers and a moat. As we played, I felt a sense of joy and excitement. After lunch, we decided to go snorkeling. Wearing my goggles and flippers, I dove into the water and was amazed by the colorful fish swimming around me. It felt like I had entered another world!
What caused the reader to be excited?
Was building a sand castle on the beach.
What word do you use to describe a verb?
Double Jeopardy!!!!!!!!
Everyone wins!
What is a caption?
text feature tells about the pictures in a passage
Recess is one of the most important parts of a school day for students. First, it gives kids a much-needed break from academic learning. After sitting in class for hours, students can become restless and lose focus. A short break allows them to recharge and return to their studies with renewed energy and attention. Additionally, recess provides an opportunity for physical activity. In today’s world, where many children experience excessive screen time, having time to run, play, and socialize outside is crucial for their health.
Why did the author argue that socializing outside is good for your health?
Short breaks outside allow you to recharge, pay attention and get energy.
What is a pronoun?
He, she, her, etc.
Mrs. Romero’s class went on a field trip to the zoo last week. They got to feed the monkeys and elephants sweet yellow fruits. First they peeled them, then they put them in big bowls. They watched the hungry animals devour it all and asked if they could feed them again!
What does devour mean?
To eat quickily
What text feature shows the chapters in a book and the pages they are located?
Table of contents
Taylor’s family gathered around the dining room table. Taylor sat down next to his mother. Everything looked and smelled delicious, he couldn’t wait to start eating. He grabbed a bread roll, took a bite, and placed it on his plate. Next, he reached for the mashed potatoes. His mother stopped him and reminded him that they should pray over the food first.Taylor closed his eyes while his father blessed the food. Afterward, when he opened his eyes, he realized his bread roll was missing. Taylor looked all around him, wondering what happened to the roll. Then, he looked under the table and saw his dog Spot licking his lips. He knew exactly what happened to the bread.
What happened to the bread roll? Restate and Use evidence to answer.
The bread roll was eaten by the dog becuase at the end of the story Taylor saw Spot licking his lips under the table.
What is a proper noun? Give an example.
The name of something.