Story 1
How is the info organized in the story?
chronological - the order they happened
What is the MAIN IDEA?
1. Wilma couldn't walk because she had polio.
2. Wilma overcame many challenges to be successful.
3. Wilma won Olympic medals.
4. Wilma wanted to play sports.
Wilma overcame many challenges to be successful.
We completed the obstacle course without a ___
fumble
Wilma's mom used _____ at home to help cure her.
remedies
I want to learn about Thomas Edison
encyclopedia
Why did Wilma stay home from school?
The school didn't allow her to attend.
Why did the author tell us about Wilma's childhood?
to show us why her achievements were so amazing
It would be a ___ to have your own swimming pool.
luxury
After months of practice, he felt ___ when he won.
triumphant
Definition of franchise
dictionary
Would the author AGREE or DISAGREE with this:
Hard work and willpower can help any athlete succeed.
AGREE
What lesson can this story teach us?
1. be honest with others
2. a positive attitude can help you overcome difficulties
3. don't try to be something you're not meant to
4. success is only achieved through sacrifice
2. a positive attitude can help you overcome difficulties
Even though Mia did poorly at practice, to her ___ she made the team.
astonishment
When Henry got an A on his test he felt ____
triumphant
Latest information about the Olympics
internet or almanac
What did the story say was the bravest thing Wilma had ever done?
removing her brace because she knew her knees would tremble and hurt
What disease did Wilma obtain at 5?
Polio
The first part of practice was so ____ that everyone needed a break.
intense
The engine will ___ the boat across the lake.
propel
Learn about the Revolutionary War
encyclopedia
OR
nonfiction book
What type of story is Wilma Unlimited?
Biography because it tells about a person's life and is written by someone else.
How much did Wilma weigh at birth?
4 pounds
My mom uses home ____ when we get sick.
remedies
The hungry bears ____ at the salmon.
lunged
career statistics (info) about a famous athlete
almanac