Yoon and the JAde Bracelet
How does Yoon feel when her mother gives her a birthday present that is thin and flat?
Yoon is disappointed because instead of a jump rope, she gets something else for her birthday.
How do families celebrate the Chinese New Year?
Adults give children bright red envelopes full of good luck money; Families have big feasts with delicious food; People watch parades that include dancers with bright costumes, loud bands, and colorful floats.
What does celebrate mean?
to do something special
What is 2x3=
6
What family gift does Yoon’s mother give her?
a bracelet
What do Native American stories explain?
Native American stories are from long ago and the stories explain things in nature and tell about courageous people
What does courage mean?
the ability to do something that frightens you.
What is 4x4=
16
What does Yoon think will happen when the older girl invites her to jump rope with her?
She thinks the girl will be the friend she has been hoping to make.
Why do Chinese adults give their children bright red envelopes during the Chinese New Year?
Red stands for good luck and happiness.
What does disappointment mean?
feeling sad because something you hoped for did not happen.
How many rows would be in 5x6
5
What happens when Yoon asks the older girl to give back her bracelet?
The older girl calls Yoon a pest and tells her to stop bothering her.
What is a pow wow?
A festival where they celebrate culture through dance and music.
What does precious mean?
something very valuable
What is 3x3=
9
How does the teacher get the older girl to return the bracelet to Yoon?
She uses what Yoon knows about the bracelet to trick the older girl into proving that she is lying.
What is an expository text?
It gives true information
What does pride mean?
is a feeling of satisfaction in something you have done.
What is 5x4=
20