Action!!! - Verbs

Elements of a Story

This week, we have been busy dissecting fiction texts.  We have been looking for elements of a story like: characters, setting, and plot (problem/solution.)  After reading The Garden of Abdul Gasazi, please share the elements of the story.  
In your comment, please include:

1.   Characters - at least two main characters and their traits
2.   Setting - where and when the story takes place
3.   Problem - what is the problem of the story
4.   Solution - how is the problem solved

Happy posting! 
                

Nouns All Around

We have been learning that a noun can be a person, place, or thing.  A noun can also be common or proper.  Check out the Work on Words section for more help with nouns.

Classifying Animals

This week, we are learning how to classify animals. Luckily we are NOT spineless! Check the Science Resources for more information and games!

Fire Safety House

Tomorrow, you will be going through the Fire Safety House.  Make sure to follow directions and to remember your home address. 






When home, make sure to come up with a fire escape plan.

Coin Rap

Making Inferences

Throughout this week, we have been making inferences.  Remember, this equation:  

What I Read + What I Know Already = What I Infer

After reading the wordless picture book, Sector 7,  please write an inference you made while reading the book.  In your comment, please include your thinking.  Happy Posting!

Making Inferences

Work on Words - Prefixes and Suffixes

Good Readers Ask Questions

 This week we have become excellent questioners.  We know that a good reader asks questions about text before, during, and after reading.  We practiced questioning by reading The Lotus Seed and Fly Away Home, both stories of hope.   

Your assignment is to go to the Into the Book link and complete the last questioning story.  After you have completed the activity, please post a comment where you write a during question from the story and tell me if you had to find the answer in the text or by using inferring.  Happy commenting!