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David’s New Friends• Personal Narrative
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Time for Kids: Their Native Tongue
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Meet Rosina• Friendly Letter
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My Name Is Yoon• Personal Narrative
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Babu’s Song• Story
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Tomás and the Library Lady• Directions
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Time for Kids: Fighting the Fire
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One Grain of Rice• Friendly Letter
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African-American Inventors• Biography
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The Alvin Ailey Kids: Dancing as a Team
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Abuelo and the Three Bears• Story
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Time for Kids: Music of the Stone Age
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Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type
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Stirring Up Memories• Poetry
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Head, Body, Legs: A Story from Liberia
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Offi cer Buckle and Gloria• Essay
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Time for Kids: A Trip to the Emergency Room
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A Harbor Seal Pup Grows Up• Friendly Letter
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Mice and Beans• Descriptive Flyer
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The Tiny Seed• How-to Poster
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The Ugly Vegetables• Story
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Time for Kids: Meet the Super Croc
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Farfallina and Marcel• Friendly Letter
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Nutik, the Wolf Pup• Book Report
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Dig, Wait, Listen: A Desert Toad’s Tale
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Splish! Splash! Animal Baths• Summary
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Time for Kids: A Way to Help Planet Earth
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Super Storms• Compare/Contrast
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Pushing Up the Sky• Play
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The First Day of School
The first day of school was
exciting and busy. I woke up
early to pick out my favorite
clothes. After breakfast, Mom
drove me to school. Next, I
walked to my classroom. I felt
a little nervous to meet my
new teacher. By lunch, I could
tell that I was going to like my
teacher. At the end of the day,
I knew this school year would
be great!
The narrative starts
with a clear topic
sentence.
The author uses words
such as I and my.
The writer expresses
feelings.
Events are told in
logical sequence.
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First
On the first day of school,
I was so excited
I woke up very early.
Next
I picked out my clothes and
then I ate breakfast.
Last
I fell back to sleep while I was
eating. When I woke up, my hair
was wet.
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1.a.Today was the first day of school.
b.The teacher smiled at us.
My friends and I were excited to see one another. Our
classroom was brightly decorated with reds, oranges, and
yellows. Our happy teacher, Ms. Jones, smiled and greeted
each of us by name. I already know that second grade will
be a great year!
WRITING PROMPT: Think about your first day of school.
Write a paragraph about that day. Be sure to include a
strong topic sentence.
Possibleresponse:Ithink“a”istherightanswer.Theparagraphisaboutthefirstdayofschool.It’snotjustabouttheteacher.
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Ready for School!
by Eileen S.
Today was the first day of school I was so excited I
woke up early. I decided to pick out my school clothes. I
picked my pants and my socks. Then I sat down to eat.
The next thing I knew, my mom was shaking me. I had
fallen asleep in my cereal bowl.
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Ready for School!
by Eileen S.
Today was the first day of school I was so excited I
woke up early. I decided to pick out my school clothes. I
picked my pants and my socks. Then I sat down to eat.
The next thing I knew, my mom was shaking me. I had
fallen asleep in my cereal bowl.
wear red pants and my lucky striped socks.
breakfast
I had wet hair. My face was sticky. What happened?
very
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Ready for School!by Eileen S.
Today was the first day of school I was so excited I
woke up early. I decided to pick out my school clothes. I
picked my pants and my socks. Then I sat down to eat.
The next thing I knew, my mom was shaking me. I had
fallen asleep in my cereal bowl.
very wear red pants and my lucky striped socks.
breakfast
I had wet hair. My face was sticky. What happened?
.
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My Neighbor Sammy
My neighbor Sammy lives next
door to me. He moved to the
neighborhood about two years ago.
Sammy is always nice to everyone and
always greets people with a smile. He
has brown eyes and short brown hair.
He is thin and tall. I like to play with
Sammy. We ride our bikes around
the neighborhood or play in our
backyards. I’m so glad that Sammy is
my neighbor. He is a great friend!
The description is
true and written in
the first person.
The description
includes many
different details.
The writer expresses
feelings.
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Character Web
Drafting Strategies
Jenny
funny wearsglasses
hasfreckles
tells jokesand riddles
long,red hair
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My rabbit Chunky is the best pet in the world! Chunky is
two years old and has beautiful brown fur. Can you believe
that he knows how to play fetch? If I throw my stuffed
bear toward Chunky, he will pick it up with his teeth and
bring it back to me. Isn’t he a smart bunny? I am so lucky
to have such a wonderful pet!
WRITING PROMPT: Think about a real or made-up animal.
Write a paragraph to describe that animal. Use different
types of sentences in your writing.
Possibleresponse:Theauthorusesstatements,exclamations,andquestionsinthisparagraph.Thesentencesstartwithmanydifferentwords.
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My Funny Friend
by Benny B.
Jenny lives in the house next door to me. We have
been friends a long time. Jenny has freckles. She also wears
glasses! Jenny likes to tell jokes and riddles. When I want to
laugh, I go visit my funny friend.
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My Funny Friend
by Benny B.
Jenny lives in the house next door to me. We have
been friends a long time. Jenny has freckles. She also wears
glasses! Jenny likes to tell jokes and riddles. When I want to
laugh, I go visit my funny friend.
My best friend
and long, red hair
like I do
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My Funny Friendby Benny B.
Jenny lives in the house next door to me. We have
been friends a long time. Jenny has freckles. She also wears
glasses! Jenny likes to tell jokes and riddles. When I want to
laugh, I go visit my funny friend.
My best friend
and long, red hair
like I do
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QuestionsPossible
ResourcesAnswers
What can older relatives teach us?
What special skills do they have?
How do they teach us?
How can I find out more about their special talents?
Nonfiction books about the talent
Interviews with older people, such as grandparents
Newspaper articles about the people
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New Tap Talent on Broadway
by Simone Hunter
June 8, 1955—Last night a new dancer
performed at the Grand Theater in Times
Square, New York City. Karina Mostow is
the newest member of the “Steppin’ Out”
tap-dance group. Ms. Mostow’s dancing
was marvelous. Her feet flew across the
stage during the fast numbers. She excelled
in all the dances when she had to tap out
complicated rhythms with her feet. Do not
miss Ms. Mostow and the other members
of “Steppin’ Out” in their excellent show
at the Grand Theater.
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1.a. I have an aunt named Hannah.
b.Aunt Hannah and I have been friends for ten years.
2.a. Aunt Hannah is teaching me to speak Italian, which shelearned from her grandmother.
b.Aunt Hannah is helping me learn Italian.
3.a. Aunt Hannah calls me.
b. Aunt Hannah calls me to practice every single night.
4.a. We will go to Italy.
b. Aunt Hannah and I plan to go to Italy next summer sowe can speak in Italian every day.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about something you do with afamily member or friend. Write a paragraph about thatactivity. Include as many precise words as you can.
Answers:1b,2a,3b,4b
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My Grandmother and Dance Teacher
by Paula K.
My grandmother karina was a famous tap dancer in
New york She performed in many big shows. Her feet
tapped so fast that photographs only show a blur Last yer,
my grandmother started to teach me to tap dance. We
practice together. She says that I am a fast learner It is
nice to learn something nice from my grandmother.
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My Grandmother and Dance Teacher
by Paula K.
My grandmother karina was a famous tap dancer in
New york She performed in many big shows. Her feet
tapped so fast that photographs only show a blur Last yer,
my grandmother started to teach me to tap dance. We
practice together. She says that I am a fast learner It is
nice to learn something nice from my grandmother.
in the 1950s.
for a few hours each week
marvelous how to tap dance
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My Grandmother and Dance Teacherby Paula K.
My grandmother karina was a famous tap dancer in
New york She performed in many big shows. Her feet
tapped so fast that photographs only show a blur Last yer,
my grandmother started to teach me to tap dance. We
practice together. She says that I am a fast learner It is
nice to learn something nice from my grandmother.
in the 1950s.
for a few hours each week
marvelous how to tap dance
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A New Friend
October 9, 2−−−
Dear Aki,
My name is Jacob. I am seven years old and in second grade. I live in New York. Soccer is my favorite sport. I feel great whenI score a goal for my team.What is your favorite sport?
Write back soon. Tell me about yourself!
Sincerely,
Jacob
This letter is written in the first person.
Specific details describe thewriter’s feelings.
The letter has a date, salutation, body, closing, and signature.
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Character Web
Drafting Strategies
Wendy
I am sevenyears old.
I am in second grade.
I really likeriding my bike.
My friends and I bike ride
in the park.
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1.a.I live in a city. b. I live in Trenton, the capital city of New Jersey.
2.a.I live with my parents, my older sister, and my twoyounger brothers.
b.I live with my family.
3.a.Every Sunday evening my whole family stays at home toenjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner.
b.We have fun.
4.a.We all help.
b.Mom and Dad make spaghetti, my brothers make a bigsalad, and my sister and I make cookies.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about a fun activity that you dowith your family. Write a paragraph about that activity.Include at least three important details.
Answers: 1b, 2a, 3a, 4b
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Dear Josie
My name is Wendy. I am seven years old. I am in second
grade. The thing I like to do best is ride my bike. We go
bike riding in the park. Do you like to bike ride
Write back soon. Tell me all about you!
Sincerely
Wendy
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September 19 2---
Dear Josie
My name is Wendy. I am seven years old. I am in second
grade. The thing I like to do best is ride my bike. We go
bike riding in the park. Do you like to bike ride
Write back soon. Tell me all about you!
Sincerely
Wendy
near my house
with my friendsand live in Indiana
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September 19 2---
Dear Josie
My name is Wendy. I am seven years old. I am in second
grade. The thing I like to do best is ride my bike. We go
bike riding in the park. Do you like to bike ride
Write back soon. Tell me all about you!
Sincerely
Wendy
near my house
with my friendsand live in Indiana
?
,
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September 9
Today was a great day! It was
my first day of soccer practice. I was
so excited. I went to the field right
after school. It was a perfect day for
soccer. The sun was shining. The air
was cool and crisp. The first thing
we did was meet the team. Then we
practiced kicking and trapping the
ball. The best part was taking shots
at the goal. I was happy when I
scored. At the end of practice, my
new teammates gave me high fives.
The story is true
and is written in
the first person.
The writer uses
sensory details.
The writer tells
events in a
logical sequence.
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First
We went to the beach.
Next
Maggie and I made a sand castle. We
collected shells.
Then
We ate dinner.
Last
We watched the fireworks.
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Saturday was a very long day! I woke up
early in the morning to go to go to soccer
practice. Next, I went to the library to get
some books out for school. After the library,
my mom took me to the supermarket to help
with the grocery shopping. At the end of the
day, we stopped by my dad’s business to say
hello. The last thing I did on Saturday was
say goodnight to my parents. It had been a
long and busy day.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about what you did
yesterday. Write a paragraph that tells about
your day. Describe what you did in a logical
sequence.
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July 4
We went to the beach for my first 4th of July since
moving to California! First maggie and I made a sand castle.
We collected shells.
When it got late, we put on dry clothes. We ate our
dinner. We waited until it was dark for the fireworks. I told
Dad that watching sparkling fireworks at the beach is the
best.
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July 4
We went to the beach for my first 4th of July since
moving to California! First maggie and I made a sand castle.
We collected shells.
When it got late, we put on dry clothes. We ate our
dinner. We waited until it was dark for the fireworks. I told
Dad that watching sparkling fireworks at the beach is the
best.
Then shiny
What a super day!
huge
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July 4
We went to the beach for my first 4th of July since
moving to California! First maggie and I made a sand castle.
We collected shells.
When it got late, we put on dry clothes. We ate our
dinner. We waited until it was dark for the fireworks. I told
Dad that watching sparkling fireworks at the beach is the
best.
shiny
huge
What a super day!
Then
and
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A Heroic Grandfather
Last summer, Grandpa Vijay and his
granddaughter Sondra went camping. They
spent a wonderful weekend hiking through
Yellowstone National Park. Everywhere they
went, there was green grass, bright blue
sky, and many colorful birds.
As they left the park, Grandpa Vijay
stopped to help another driver. The driver
had a flat tire. He and his family had been
stranded for two hours! After Grandpa Vijay
fixed the tire, they thanked him for being
kind enough to help a family in need.
The story has
characters.
The writer
describes the
the setting.
The story
has a logical
sequence of
events.
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Aunt Dora takes the dogs at
the shelter for a walk.
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She gives the dogs a bath.
Aunt Dora gives the dogs
food and water.
She is a hero to
the dogs.
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a. We were so tired that we took a nap.
b. After the fair, we went home.
c. Yesterday, my family went to the “Around the World” fair.
d. We drove to the fair.
e. We played sports from Asia and Africa.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about what you did
at school yesterday. Write a paragraph to
describe your activities. Be sure to describe
what you did in a logical sequence of events.
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My Aunt Dora helps out at a pet shelter in our town.
The first thing Aunt dora does is take the dogs for a walk
At the end of her visit Aunt Dora give each dog food and
water. After their walk, Aunt dora gives the dogs a bath.
she gets very wet but says it is lots of fun! I am so proud
of Aunt Dora. She is a hero to the dogs at the shelter
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My Aunt Dora helps out at a pet shelter in our town.
The first thing Aunt dora does is take the dogs for a walk
At the end of her visit Aunt Dora give each dog food and
water. After their walk, Aunt dora gives the dogs a bath.
she gets very wet but says it is lots of fun! I am so proud
of Aunt Dora. She is a hero to the dogs at the shelter
The dogs bark and wag their tails when they see her.
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My Aunt Dora helps out at a pet shelter in our town.
The first thing Aunt dora does is take the dogs for a walk
At the end of her visit Aunt Dora give each dog food and
water. After their walk, Aunt dora gives the dogs a bath.
she gets very wet but says it is lots of fun! I am so proud
of Aunt Dora. She is a hero to the dogs at the shelter
The dogs bark and wag their tails when they see her.
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The directions explain how to do something.
The writer uses numbers to organize the steps in a logical order.
Specific details helpthe reader followthe directions.
How to Help New Students
1. Walk up to the new students.
Tell the students your name
and ask for theirs, too.
2. Show the students important
places in the school, such as
the nurse’s office, the restroom,
and the cafeteria.
3. Talk to the students at lunch
so they won’t feel lonely. Ask
the new students questions
about what they like to do.
4. Introduce the new students
to your friends.
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First
Go to the library
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Next
Ask for a library card
Then
Fill out the forms
Last
Borrow some great books
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1.a. Get the watering can.
b.Get the watering can from the kitchen counter.
2.a. Fill the watering can with water from the kitchen faucet.
b. Fill the watering can.
3.a. Water the plants.
b. Go into the living room and water the ferns on the table.
4.a. Put the watering can away.
b. Put the watering can back in its place on the
kitchen counter.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about something you do to help
your family. Write directions that explain how to do that
task. Include as many specific details as possible.
Answers:1b,2a,3b,4b
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How to Apply for a Library Card
1. Go to the libary with a grown-ups
2. Fill out the forms.
3. Tell a librarian that you wuld like a library card.
4. Use your new library card to boro great books
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How to Apply for a Library Card
1. Go to the libary with a grown-ups
2. Fill out the forms.
3. Tell a librarian that you wuld like a library card.
4. Use your new library card to boro great books
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How to Apply for a Library Card
1. Go to the libary with a grown-ups
2. Fill out the forms.
3. Tell a librarian that you wuld like a library card.
4. Use your new library card to boro great books
that the librarian gives you
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What I Know
What I Want to Know
What I Learned
Firefighters save people from smoke and flames.
Firefighters show children what to do when there is a fire.
How do firefighters put out forest fires?
What tools do fire-safety workers use?
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A Firefighter’s Tools and Equipment
Firefighters need special tools and equipment to battle fires
and to keep safe. Firefighters wear large helmets to protect
them from falling objects. They wear long coats and boots
to keep them from getting burned or wet. Some firefighters
may carry axes to help them open locked doors and break
through walls.
Notes
special tools
helmets—protect from falling objects
long coats and boots—protect from fire and water
axes—break doors and windows
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Examplea. Firefighting is a job.
b. Firefighters do an important job that helps many people.
Firefighting is a job. A firetruck has a siren. People seethe flames on a fire. Firefighters put out fires. Firefighterssometimes save pets.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about an important place in your
town. Write a paragraph to describe this place. Include as
many precise words as possible.
PossibleResponse:Firefightersdoanimportantjobthathelpsmanypeople.Whenthereisabigfireinabuilding,angryflamescrackleandshootoutofthewindows.Toputoutafire,firefightersusehosesthatspraylotsofwater.Onefirefighterrescuedasmallgraykittenfromaburningbuilding.Thesirenonafiretruckmakessuchaloudnoisethatmanypeoplecovertheirears!
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Firefighters
by Sanjay N.
Firefighters work at a fire house. They help keep us all
safe from fire. They go to their trucks when they hear the
bell The trucks go to the fire. then the firefighters use tools
to put out the fire and rescue the people.
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Firefighters
by Sanjay N.
Firefighters work at a fire house. They help keep us all
safe from fire. They go to their trucks when they hear the
bell The trucks go to the fire. then the firefighters use tools
to put out the fire and rescue the people.
What do they do every day?
run
rush axes, hoses, and ladders
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Firefightersby Sanjay N.
Firefighters work at a fire house. They help keep us all
safe from fire. They go to their trucks when they hear the
bell The trucks go to the fire. then the firefighters use tools
to put out the fire and rescue the people.
What do they do every day?
axes, hoses, and ladders
run
rush.
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Dear Mrs. Nakamura,
Thank you for helping me when I fell off my bike yesterday. My knee got scraped very badly on the sidewalk. I am glad that you were outside in your garden and saw me fall. I am so thankful that you brought me a bandage to put on my knee. It was also very kind of you to walk me home to be sure I was safe. You are a terrific neighbor!
Sincerely, Nina Cannato
The letter is written in the first person, using words like I and me.
The letter has specific details that describe why the writer is thankful.
The letter has a date, salutation, body, closing, and signature.
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Thank you for rescuing the cat.
We were worried he would fall.
The neighbor got on the roof and
got the cat.
The cat got onthe roof.
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I wrote a letter to my sister asking her to take care of my dog Chap while I was away at camp. She said she would feed and play with him. While I was at camp, I worried that she would forget to brush and walk Chap. When I got home, I saw that my sister had been a great dog-sitter. Chap was fed and brushed and walked. He was happy, and I was happy, too!
WRITING PROMPT: Think about something a friend did to help you. Write a paragraph to describe that event. Be sure to vary the words you use in the paragraph.
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Dear mrs Jimenez
Thank you for rescuing my cousin’s cat yesterday.
lenny is a curious cat. He climbed outside through an
open window so he could explore our backyard.
I cannot believe he was brav enough to climb up to our
roof! I was worried that he would fall and get hurt.
My family is so thankful that you brought
him down safely. You are a very brave neighbor
Ned Young
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Dear mrs Jimenez
Thank you for rescuing my cousin’s cat yesterday.
lenny is a curious cat. He climbed outside through an
open window so he could explore our backyard.
I cannot believe he was brav enough to climb up to our
roof! I was worried that he would fall and get hurt.
My family is so thankful that you brought
him down safely. You are a very brave neighbor
Ned Young
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Sincerely,
concerned
am amazed
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Dear mrs Jimenez
Thank you for rescuing my cousin’s cat yesterday.
lenny is a curious cat. He climbed outside through an
open window so he could explore our backyard.
I cannot believe he was brav enough to climb up to our
roof! I was worried that he would fall and get hurt.
My family is so thankful that you brought
him down safely. You are a very brave neighbor
Ned Young
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Sincerely,
concerned
am amazed
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Grandma Isabel
My grandmother is a special person. Her name is Isabel Ramos. She wasthe first person in her family to go to college. That was where she metGrandpa Rick. After college, they got married and had two children. One of them was my dad!
Grandma Isabel always liked toinvent things. After my dad was born, she invented a cradle that rocked and played music at the same time.
Grandma Isabel speaks softly, butpeople always listen. That’s because she is wise! I love to spend time with Grandma Isabel.
A biography is a true story of a person’s life.
It includes details.
The writer expresses his or her feelings.
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Grandpa Ben
When he hasa new idea, hiseyes open wideand he speaks
quickly.
He was born in1948 in Californiaand has lived in
ten states.
My grandfather,Ben, is an
interesting man.
Grandpa Ben isa scientist and
an inventor.
Details Web
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1. a. Grandma Isabel is smart.
b. Grandma Isabel loves to invent new things.
2. a. Grandma Isabel drew a picture.
b. Grandma Isabel carefully drew a picture of her latestinvention.
3. a. I never saw anything like it before!
b. I never saw anything like Grandma’s big, shinyinvention before!
WRITING PROMPT: Think about one of your friends. Write a
paragraph to describe that friend. Include as many important
details as you can.
Answers:1b.lovestoinventnewthings;2b.carefully,ofherlatestinvention;3b.Grandma’sbig,shinyinvention
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Grandpa Ben
by Michael O.
My grandfather is an interesting man. He was born
in 1948 in california. I was born in North carolina.
He married Grandma lena when he was 24. They
have four children
He is a scientist and an inventor. He works
in his lab. i always know when he has a new idea.
He is my Grandpa Ben!
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Grandpa Ben
by Michael O.
My grandfather is an interesting man. He was born
in 1948 in california. I was born in North carolina.
He married Grandma lena when he was 24. They
have four children
He is a scientist and an inventor. He works
in his lab. i always know when he has a new idea.
He is my Grandpa Ben!
, Ben Rogers,
, and he has lived in ten different states.
Grandpa Ben carefully
kGrandpa Ben
Many people call him dr. Rogers, but to me
Grandpa’s eyes open wide, and he
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Grandpa Benby Michael O.
My grandfather is an interesting man. He was born
in 1948 in california. I was born in North carolina.
He married Grandma lena when he was 24. They
have four children
He is a scientist and an inventor. He works
in his lab. i always know when he has a new idea.
He is my Grandpa Ben!
, Ben Rogers,
Grandpa Ben carefully
Grandpa Ben
Many people call him dr. Rogers, but to me
Grandpa’s eyes open wide, and he speaks
very quickly.
, and he has lived in ten different states.
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Guitar Lessons
Do you want to learn how to play guitar? If so, you shouldcall Susie Sass—the best guitarteacher in our area. Susie hasplayed guitar for 25 years, andhas been a teacher for 10 years. Susie has also toured the world with her award-winning band.
Here are more reasons to call! Susie comes to your home.She guarantees you will playyour first song after 3 lessons!Each lesson is only $30.00.
The writer states an opinion.
Lively words convincethe reader.
The writer includes reasons and facts tosupport the opinion.
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Main Idea
Attend the fourth-grade
play.
Detail
It is the best play ever.
Detail
It is based onThe Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
Detail
It has singingand dancing.
Detail
You’ll have a great time.
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1. a. A marching band plays loud and fast music! b. There is a band.
2. a. All the musicians in the band have fancy red velvetuniforms with gold trim.
b. The band members have uniforms.
3. a. There are different instruments. b. The musicians play shiny golden trumpets, big round
drums, and long silver flutes.
4. a. Hundreds of smiling people dance and sing as themarching band struts down the street.
b. People have fun.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about a place you would like to visit.
Write a letter to your parents to persuade them to let you
visit that place. Include as many precise words as you can.
Answers: 1. a, 2. a, 3. b, 4. a
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You are invited to see the fourth graders perform
a play based on The wonderful wizard of Oz, written
by L. Frank Baum. It has Dorothy, the Tin Man, the
Cowardly Lion, and the Scarecrow acting in this play.
The show will be in the school auditorium on
June 10 at 7:00 p.m. You’ll had a great time.
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You are invited to see the fourth graders perform
a play based on The wonderful wizard of Oz, written
by L. Frank Baum. It has Dorothy, the Tin Man, the
Cowardly Lion, and the Scarecrow acting in this play.
The show will be in the school auditorium on
June 10 at 7:00 p.m. You’ll had a great time.
Come See the Best Show Ever!
You will see
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You are invited to see the fourth graders perform
a play based on The wonderful wizard of Oz, written
by L. Frank Baum. It has Dorothy, the Tin Man, the
Cowardly Lion, and the Scarecrow acting in this play.
The show will be in the school auditorium on
June 10 at 7:00 p.m. You’ll had a great time.
Come See the Best Show Ever!
You will see
sing and dance their way through Oz!
have!
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The Smart Little Turtle
My name is Rocky. I am a little green
turtle. My friends Priscilla and George
are big white geese. We all live near
Paddle Pond. One day, I noticed that
the pond was drying up! We needed
a new home. I told my friends to fly
around and look for a new pond.
Priscilla and George flew away. Soon they
returned and said they had found a big,
beautiful pond where we could live.
Priscilla and George took turns flying
very slowly above me. They guided me
to the new pond. It is terrific!
The story has characters thatare animals.
The story has abeginning,middle, and end.
The writerdescribes storyevents in an orderthat makes sense.
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Beginning
A sad dog followed me home.
Drafting Strategies
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Middle
My dad found out the dog had no home.
End
We kept the dog.
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a. The chickens flapped their wings and squawked until the
fox ran away.
b. The chickens wanted to try something different, so they
went to live in the woods.
c. Two chickens decided living on a farm was boring.
d.The chickens ran all the way back to the farm.
e. In the woods, a fox jumped tried to catch the chickens.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about some animals. Write a story
about the animals. Be sure that the sequence of events in
your story makes sense.
Answers:1.c;2.b;3.e;4.a;5.d
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My dog story
One monday, a sad dog followed me home after scool
He wagged his tail, but he did not look very hapy. This
dog kept following me for the next few days. Dad said my
family could keep the dog. On friday, my dad found out
that the dog had no hom. We named him Homer. I am
happy we have a great new pet
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My dog story
One monday, a sad dog followed me home after scool
He wagged his tail, but he did not look very hapy. This
dog kept following me for the next few days. Dad said my
family could keep the dog. On friday, my dad found out
that the dog had no hom. We named him Homer. I am
happy we have a great new pet
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My dog story
One monday, a sad dog followed me home after scool
He wagged his tail, but he did not look very hapy. This
dog kept following me for the next few days. Dad said my
family could keep the dog. On friday, my dad found out
that the dog had no hom. We named him Homer. I am
happy we have a great new pet.
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What Do I Need to Know?
Where Can I Find
the Information?
What tools does an artist use to make an ice sculpture?
nonfiction books
encyclopedia
online articles
Where do artists learn how to paint
and sculpt?
How long does ittake to create a
painting?
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What Is a Mosaic?
A mosaic is a picture or a pattern made out of small pieces of glass, stones, ceramic tiles, or paper. The ancient Greeks and Romans used mosaics to decorate floorsand walls.
How Do Artists Make Mosaics?
First, artists choose where they want to create theirmosaic. Some artists cover the surface with cement and then press the pieces of glass or the tiles into the cement. Other artists put glue on the back of each piece and then set itin place.
1. Where would you look to find out how mosaics aremade?
2. If you were looking for information about a specific mosaic, would this source be the best place to look?
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WRITING PROMPT: How do you like to express yourself
creatively? Write a paragraph that describes why you like
to sing, dance, sculpt, draw, or write. Be sure to start your
paragraph with a strong opening.
1. a. Painters like watercolors. b. “Watercolors help me make brilliant and colorful
paintings,” said one famous artist.
To work with watercolors, the artist uses a soft brush and a bowl of water. He also uses thick paper. “If the paper is too thin,” he says, “it will curl up because watercolors are very wet. A thicker piece of paper soaks up the water better.”
Teacher: Display the transparency and cover up the answers. Possible response: Sentence b is the strong opening sentence. An interesting quotation is a good way to grab the reader’s attention.
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Ice Sculpture
by Miguel R.
How would you like to work inside a freezer I think it
would be too cold for me. Some artists create incredible
works of art by sculpting ice. The sculptor starts with a
big block of ice. it can take many hours to create, but the
finished sculpture may only last a few hours before it melts.
An ice sculptor begins by using a saw to cute away sections
of ice. he uses smaller cutting tools to carve the ice. The
sculptor uses a gas torch to clean of the ice shavings.
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Ice Sculpture
by Miguel R.
How would you like to work inside a freezer I think it
would be too cold for me. Some artists create incredible
works of art by sculpting ice. The sculptor starts with a
big block of ice. it can take many hours to create, but the
finished sculpture may only last a few hours before it melts.
An ice sculptor begins by using a saw to cute away sections
of ice. he uses smaller cutting tools to carve the ice. The
sculptor uses a gas torch to clean of the ice shavings.
A single block of ice can weigh several hundred pounds.
Then called chisels For the last step,
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Ice Sculptureby Miguel R.
How would you like to work inside a freezer I think it
would be too cold for me. Some artists create incredible
works of art by sculpting ice. The sculptor starts with a
big block of ice. it can take many hours to create, but the
finished sculpture may only last a few hours before it melts.
An ice sculptor begins by using a saw to cute away sections
of ice. he uses smaller cutting tools to carve the ice. The
sculptor uses a gas torch to clean of the ice shavings.
Then called chisels For the last step,
A single block of ice can weigh several hundred pounds.
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2 Wildwood Road
Manlius, New York 13104
May 1, 20——
Dear Principal Gupta,
Our school should have a band. There are many children who play instruments but never get to play together. Children do better in school when they are involved in music programs. Since Edison School has a very successful band, our school should, too!
Sincerely, George D.
The writer includes the date at the top.
The salutation comes right before the letter’s body.
The writer states an opinion.
The body ends with a strong conclusion.
The letter ends with a closing and signature.
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Main Idea
The mayor should not increase the speed limit
on Main Street.
Detail
It is not safe for our town.
Detail
Speeding cars are dangerous.
Detail
A fast car won’t be able to stop
in time.
Detail
Speeding cars can hurt animals
crossing the street.
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Dear Renee, I think that we should go hiking. Hiking is so much fun! It’s the best way to explore the area. There are plenty of great places to stop and see the beautiful scenery, such as the mountains and the lake.
Sincerely,Nicola
Which sentence is the best conclusion for this letter?
A Hiking is fun.
B Hiking is a fantastic way to see plants and animals you’ve never even dreamed about!
C Bring comfortable shoes.
WRITING PROMPT: Write a letter that persuades the reader to do something. Be sure to end your letter with a strong conclusion.
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Dear Mayor tan
Why are you changing the speed limit . I don’t think
this is good for our town .
Speeding cars are dangerous . Speeding cars could hurt
wild animals and pets . Cars are going too fast . Cars won’t
be able to stop in time to let an animal finish crossing the
street . We have to keep animals safe. I think the speed
limit should stay low .
Anthony P.
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Dear Mayor tan
Why are you changing the speed limit . I don’t think
this is good for our town .
Speeding cars are dangerous . Speeding cars could hurt
wild animals and pets . Cars are going too fast . Cars won’t
be able to stop in time to let an animal finish crossing the
street . We have to keep animals safe. I think the speed
limit should stay low .
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Sincerely
Dear Mayor tan
Why are you changing the speed limit . I don’t think
this is good for our town .
Speeding cars are dangerous . Speeding cars could hurt
wild animals and pets . Cars are going too fast Cars won’t
be able to stop in time to let an animal finish crossing the
street . We have to keep animals safe. I think the speed
limit should stay low .
Anthony P.
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Summer Fun
Summer’s here and school is done.
My sister shouts, “Let’s have some fun!”
The yellow sun fills up the sky.
A shiny beach ball catches my eye.
We hear the waves go “Crash! Crash!”
We jump high and land with a splash.
The salty spray tickles my nose
And cold, wet sand covers my toes.
I can’t think of a better way
To spend a beautiful summer day!
Lively words sound interesting.
Strong, colorful words paint a picture.
The writer expresses emotion.
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tea party withmy mom
snacks andiced tea
couldn’tgo outside,
nothing to do
Sunday rainy day
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1. a. The author wrote a story.
b. The famous author wrote a fascinating fairy taleabout mice.
2. a. The imaginative painter created five colorful paintings.
b. The man painted pictures.
3. a. The book was interesting.
b. The unusual book was so interesting that I couldn’tstop reading it.
4. a. The movie was boring.
b. The endlesss movie dragged on so long that I fellasleep.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about your favorite story. Write aparagraph to describe this story. Include as many precisewords as you can to describe the characters, setting, and plot.
Answers: 1b: famous, fascinating, fairy tale, mice; 2a: imaginative, five colorful;3b: unusual, so interesting that I couldn’t stop reading it; 4b: endless, draggedon so long I fell asleep
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Tea Party
by Brittany H.
It is sunday. What should we do
Mom said she had a idea.
We will eat snacks and drink iced tea.
We will serve each other.
What a wonderful thing to do
On an sunday for just us two.
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Tea Party
by Brittany H.
It is sunday. What should we do
Mom said she had an idea.
We will eat snacks and drink iced tea.
We will serve each other.
What a wonderful thing to do
On an sunday for just us two.
A rainy
“I’ve got an idea for you.
We’ll make fancy
I’ll serve you, and you serve me!”
gloomy
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Tea Partyby Brittany H.
It is sunday. What should we do
Mom said she had an idea.
We will eat snacks and drink iced tea.
We will serve each other.
What a wonderful thing to do
On an sunday for just us two.
A rainy
“I’ve got an idea for you.
We’ll make fancy
I’ll serve you, and you serve me!”
gloomy
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Cooking for a Crowd
Last month, my parents hosted a family
reunion. Aunts, uncles, cousins, and
grandparents came from all over the country
to spend the weekend together. Our biggest
challenge was the barbecue. We had to cook
mountains of food for all our relatives. On
Friday, my cousins and I made tons of potato
salad. On Saturday, my father and his brothers
took turns making burgers at the grill. My
mom and grandmother spent two whole days
making desserts. I am proud that all our hard
work made the barbecue on Saturday night a
big success!
The narrative starts with a clear topic sentence.
The author uses first-person words, such as we and our.
Events are told in logical sequence.
The writer expresses feelings.
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First
We picked up pieces of paper and cans.
Next
The class threw away garbage.
Last
We put all the trash in bags.
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(1) My mom and I built a beautiful birdhouse. (2) On Saturday morning, my mom and I went to the hardware store to buy some wood. (3) When we got home, she taught me how to trace shapes onto the wood. (4) We had cheese sandwiches for lunch. (5) Next, my mom cut out the shapes I had drawn on the wood. (6) Mom and I worked together to nail together the pieces. (7) The last step was painting the birdhouse a bright shade of blue. (8) My favorite color is green. (9) The birdhouse looks great hanging in our backyard.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about a time you and your friends worked together to build something. Write a paragraph to describe that experience. Be sure to write a paragraph with a clear topic sentence and many supporting details.
Responses: The main idea is in sentence 1. Sentences 4 and 8 do not support the main idea and should be deleted.
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Teamwork in the Park
last month my whole class worked together to
clean up the town playground. Pieces of paper covered
the ground. Al fifteen students worked as a team.
It took more than four hours to get the job done i
am glad there were so many people to sweep.
The playground is now a clean and fun place!
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Teamwork in the Park
last month my whole class worked together to
clean up the town playground. Pieces of paper covered
the ground. Al fifteen students worked as a team.
It took more than four hours to get the job done i
am glad there were so many people to sweep.
The playground is now a clean and fun place!
It was a big job.
to throw away the garbage
and empty cans
and put trash in bags
Thanks to teamwork,
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Teamwork in the Parklast month my whole class worked together to
clean up the town playground. Pieces of paper covered
the ground. Al fifteen students worked as a team.
It took more than four hours to get the job done i
am glad there were so many people to sweep.
The playground is now a clean and fun place!
It was a big job.
to throw away the garbage
and empty cans
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Cross the Street Safely
It’s important to stay safewhen walking. Crossing at crosswalks is one way I stay safe. Crosswalks tell drivers toslow down for people.
I look both ways beforecrossing, even at a crosswalk. Last Tuesday, I walked without looking. A car came around a corner. It had to stop really fast at the crosswalk. Crosssafely! Cross at crosswalks!Look both ways!
The writer states an opinion.
Reasons support the opinion.
The writer uses first-person pronouns.
The writer asks readers to agree and act.
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Drafting Strategies
Main Idea
Wearing a bike helmet is
important.
Detail
I fell off my bike last week.
Detail
I hit my head on the street.
Detail
I love riding my bike fast.
Detail
My helmet keeps my head safe.
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1. a. Be safe there. b. Follow these rules to keep your family safe at home.
Don’t cook in the kitchen unless there’s a grown-up to helpyou. Otherwise you might have an accident or start a fire.Always pick up your toys, so that no one trips on them andgets hurt.
2. a. Keep pets safe. b. These three tips will keep your pet safe from harm!
Give your pets a safe place to live. Do not leave anymedicines or cleaners where your pet can reach them. Makesure your outside doors stay closed so that your pet doesn’tsneak outside!
WRITING PROMPT: Think about why teamwork is helpful forpolice officers. Write an essay that persuades other communityhelpers to work together. Be sure to start your essay with astrong opening.
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Wear Your Bike Helmet
by Jay F.
I loves riding my bike really fast, but it’s important to
stay safe . Wear a bike helmet every time you ride . Just
last week I fell off my bike . My head hit the street . What
would have happened if I hadn’t worn my helmet I hates
to think about it ! My helmet keep me from geting really
hurt . So be safe ! Wear your helmet each time you ride !
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Wear Your Bike Helmet
by Jay F.
I loves riding my bike really fast, but it’s important to
stay safe . Wear a bike helmet every time you ride . Just
last week I fell off my bike . My head hit the street . What
would have happened if I hadn’t worn my helmet I hates
to think about it ! My helmet keep me from geting really
hurt . So be safe ! Wear your helmet each time you ride !
ing is very important
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Wear Your Bike Helmetby Jay F.
I loves riding my bike really fast, but it’s important to
stay safe. Wear a bike helmet every time you ride. Just
last week I fell off my bike. My head hit the street. What
would have happened if I hadn’t worn my helmet I hates
to think about it! My helmet keep me from geting really
hurt. So be safe! Wear your helmet each time you ride!
ing is very important
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What I Want to Know
What I Learned
Many different people work in a hospital.
What happens when you go to the hospital for an operation?Which workers do you see?
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Who Do You See Before an Operation?
When you need an operation, you have an appointment to check into the hospital and get ready for the surgery. First you see someone at the reception desk, who takes your personal information. Then you see a nurse who helps you get ready. The nurse may ask you and your parents some questions about your health, and find out if you’re allergic to anything. You also might get an exam to check your
temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure.
Notes
first— see reception and give personal information
next— see a nursehelps you get readyasks questions about your healthgives you an exam
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WRITING PROMPT: Think about what you did to get ready
for school today. Write a paragraph to describe what you
did. Be sure to make the sequence of events clear by using
time-order words.
Part A
(A) I went to the third floor to see Dr. Harris. (B) I went to Summit Hospital on North Street. (C) Dr. Harris told me that I am very healthy.
First, .
Next, .
Last, .
Part B
(A) I went to the hospital. (B) I broke my leg. (C) I fell off my bicycle.
Teacher: Display the transparency and cover up the answers.Part A: First, (B); Next, (A); Last, (C). Part B: First, (C); Next, (B); Last, (A).
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Getting an Operation
by Margaret L.
When you need an operation, you have to check into the
hospital. Hospital food doesn’t taste very good. You see a
nurse who helps you get ready. First you see someone at the
front desk. that person takes your personal information. The
nurse mai give you an exam You see a doctor who helps you
fall into a deep sleep. He or she gives you medicine that helps
you stay asleep until the operation is over. You see the doctor
and nurses who will do your operation?
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Getting an Operation
by Margaret L.
When you need an operation, you have to check into the
hospital. Hospital food doesn’t taste very good. You see a
nurse who helps you get ready. First you see someone at
the front desk. that person takes your personal
information. The nurse mai give you an exam You see a
doctor who helps you fall into a deep sleep. He or she
gives you medicine that helps you stay asleep until the
operation is over. You see the doctor and nurses who
will do your operation?
Then
Next
Last
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Getting an Operationby Margaret L.
When you need an operation, you have to check into the
hospital. Hospital food doesn’t taste very good. You see a
nurse who helps you get ready. First you see someone at
the front desk. that person takes your personal
information. The nurse mai give you an exam You see a
doctor who helps you fall into a deep sleep. He or she
gives you medicine that helps you stay asleep until the
operation is over. You see the doctor and nurses who
will do your operation?
Then
Next
Last
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Dear Henri,
I am so glad that you can watch my dog Spot while I am away at camp. Here is what you need to do to keep Spot happy. First, feed Spot one small can of wet food and one scoop of dry food each day. Next, be sure to fill Spot’s water bowl every morning. Then, take Spot for a walk in the morning and the afternoon. Finally, brush Spot once a week.
Thanks for your help!Sincerely,Stephanie
The letter includes important details that describe exactly what the reader must do to take care of Spot.
The directions are organized in an order that is easy to follow.
The letter has a date, salutation, body, closing, and signature.
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1. Feed Fred.
2. Give Fred water.
3. Brush Fred.
4. Give Fred love.
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1.a. Puppies need food. b. Puppies need special food with lots of vitamins.
2.a. It’s good to brush puppies every day. b. Do good things for puppies.
3.a. Give your puppy a drink. b. Give your puppy fresh water to drink.
4.a. Give your puppy a bed to sleep in. b. Your puppy will sleep.
5.a. Have toys and bones for puppies to play with. b. Have things for puppies to play with.
WRITING PROMPT: What is your special job in the classroom?
Write a letter in which you explain to someone how to
do your job. Include a specific detail in each step of your
directions.
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Talia
Thank you for taking care of my cat Fred
while I am away Taking care of Fred is easy!
starting tomorrow, give Fred food each day.
We already gived him food today. Fred needs
water each morning, too Please brush Fred’s fur.
Give him plenty of hugs.
thanks for your help.
Kim
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Talia
Thank you for taking care of my cat Fred
while I am away Taking care of Fred is easy!
starting tomorrow, give Fred food each day.
We already gived him food today. Fred needs
water each morning, too Please brush Fred’s fur.
Give him plenty of hugs.
thanks for your help.
Kim
March 2, 2–––
Sincerely
Dear
Fred needs lots of love so
a bowl of fresh every two days
two small cans of
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Talia
Thank you for taking care of my cat Fred
while I am away Taking care of Fred is easy!
starting tomorrow, give Fred food each day.
We already gived him food today. Fred needs
water each morning, too Please brush Fred’s fur.
Give him plenty of hugs.
thanks for your help.
Kim
March 2, 2–––
Sincerely
Dear
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School Talent Show
The annual Wolf Elementary School
Talent Show will take place on May 12!
Please join us for a show of Wolf
Elementary’s best performers. The
show starts at 8 p.m. in the school
auditorium.
Come see our students sing, dance, act,
and tell jokes! Delicious refreshments
will be served at intermission and after
the show.
Contact Ms. Julia for more
information.
Adjectives give
details about the event.
Precise words tell about what the performers will do.
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EventCommunityField Day
sack races,balloon toss,
obstacle course,picnic
contactMs. Cahill
1 PM June 18on the football
field
all students andtheir families
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1. We hung a lot of stuff in a lot of rooms.
2. The food was hot.
3. We brought something to the party.
4. The food was nice.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about a fun event you have
attended. Write a descriptive flyer for that event using
many interesting words.
Possible responses: 1. Marco and I hung streamers, balloons, and signs
throughout the house. 2. Steam poured out of the burritos, tacos, and
quesadillas that had just come out of the oven. 3. I brought gifts, decorations,
and favors to the special celebration. 4. The food was delicious and satisfying.
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Field Day
by Lynn M.
The Filed Day will take place on June 18.
Please join us for a day filled with activities and food. The
fun starts at the school’s football field.
The event is open to all students and their families. Take
part in sack races a water balloon toss and an obstacle
course. a picnic will follow the games dont miss this event
Contact Ms. Cahill for more information.
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Field Day
by Lynn M.
The Filed Day will take place on June 18.
Please join us for a day filled with activities and food. The
fun starts at the school’s football field.
The event is open to all students and their families. Take
part in sack races a water balloon toss and an obstacle
course. a picnic will follow the games dont miss this event
Contact Ms. Cahill for more information.
terrific
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Field Dayby Lynn M.
The Filed Day will take place on June 18.
Please join us for a day filled with activities and food. The
fun starts at the school’s football field.
The event is open to all students and their families. Take
part in sack races a water balloon toss and an obstacle
course. a picnic will follow the games dont miss this event
Contact Ms. Cahill for more information.
terrific
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How to See a Stem Work
1. Gather together a glass of water, a white flower, and food coloring.
2. Put a white flower in the glass of water.
3. Put 5 drops of food coloring in the water.
4. Check the flower’s petals to see how they change.
This how-to poster clearly explains how to do something.
The instructions on the poster are organized into a logical sequence of steps.
The writer uses numbers to show the order the steps should be performed.
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Step 1
Get seeds, pot and soil, water.
Sequence Chart
Drafting Strategies
Step 2
Make two holes that are two inches apart
and one inch deep.
Step 3
Put two seeds in each hole. Cover them.
Step 4
Put it in a sunny place. Water it every
4 days. Watch it grow.
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WRITING PROMPT: Think about a chore you do at home. Write
a set of step-by-step directions to explain how to do that
chore. Be sure to include important details in your directions.
Main Idea: Making a Vegetable Garden
1.a. Pick a sunny place for your garden. b. Take the dog for a walk around the garden.
2.a. Wash, dry, and wear your shirt. b. Dig the garden.
3. a. Buy, plant, and water the seeds. b. Make a sandwich for lunch.
4. a. Watch a funny show on television. b. Watch the plants grow.
Answers: 1a, 2b, 3a, 4b
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How to Grow Marigolds
You will need marigold seeds a pot with soil
and water.
1. Make two holes in the soil. Make each hole one inch deep.
2. Put two seeds in each hole. cover them with soil.
3. Water it about every four days. Watch your marigolds grow
4. Put the pot in a suney place.
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How to Grow Marigolds
You will need marigold seeds a pot with soil
and water.
1. Make two holes in the soil. Make each hole one inch deep.
2. Put two seeds in each hole. cover them with soil.
3. Water it about every four days. Watch your marigolds grow
4. Put the pot in a suney place.
Add drawings with labels here.about two inches apart
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How to Grow MarigoldsYou will need marigold seeds a pot with
soil and water.
1. Make two holes in the soil. Make each hole one inch deep.
2. Put two seeds in each hole. cover them with soil.
3. Water it about every four days. Watch your marigolds grow
4. Put the pot in a suney place.
Add drawings with labels here. about two inches apart
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A Rainy Day
When I woke up and saw the rain, I jumped out of bed.
“Dad, it’s raining,” I said.
“Sorry, Paula,” he said. “Your soccer game was called off because of the rain.” I sat down and poured some cereal into a bowl, but I didn’t feel like eating.
Dad passed part of the newspaper to me. It showed movies playing near us.
So instead of playing soccer, Dad and I went to the movies. It was a fun day after all.
The story is realistic. It could happen in real life.
There is a plot with a clear beginning, middle, and end.
Dialogue shows what the characters say.
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Flowchart Drafting Strategies
Beginning
I forgot about my science project.
Middle
I talked to my mother about it and then
worked in the garden.
End
I came up with a good idea for my
science project.
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WRITING PROMPT: Think about your favorite outdoor activity.
Write a story about that activity. Be sure to include a
logical sequence of events in your story.
a. When fall came, the seeds had grown into giant orange pumpkins!
b. We watered the rows of plants every day to help them grow.
c. Mom cut up one pumpkin and used it to bake a delicious pumpkin pie!
d. Our whole family decided to grow pumpkins.
e. We carefully planted the pumpkin seeds in neat rows.
Answers: 1. d; 2. e; 3. b; 4. a; 5. c
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The Garden Project
by Lydia P.
Mom and I were working in the garden when i
remembered my science project. “Oh no! I need an idea for
my science project,” I told her. It’s due next week.
“Why don’t you think about it,” Mom said.
I ran over to me mother and said, “My project idea is all
set I will show seeds!”
As I watered the garden, I looked at the different plants.
I noticed that the plants had grown since we planted it
last month.
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The Garden Project
by Lydia P.
Mom and I were working in the garden when i
remembered my science project. “Oh no! I need an idea for
my science project,” I told her. It’s due next week.
“Why don’t you think about it ,” Mom said.
I ran over to me mother and said, “My project idea is all
set I will show seeds!”
As I watered the garden, I looked at the different plants.
I noticed that the plants had grown since we planted it
last month.
while you water the garden?
and what the plants look like after they have grown updifferent
in each row
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The Garden Projectby Lydia P.
Mom and I were working in the garden when i
remembered my science project. “Oh no! I need an idea for
my science project,” I told her. It’s due next week.
“Why don’t you think about it ,” Mom said.
I ran over to me mother and said, “My project idea is all
set I will show seeds!”
As I watered the garden, I looked at the different plants.
I noticed that the plants had grown since we planted it
last month.
while you water the garden?
and what the plants look like after they have grown updifferent
in each row
them
my
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QuestionsPossible
ResourcesAnswers
What can fossils tell us about plants
and animals that lived long ago?
How do people find fossils?
Nonfiction books about fossils
Online articles about archaeologists
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All About Fossils
What Are Fossils?
Fossils are the remains or traces of ancient life. Fossils can
be bones, teeth, shells, or wood. Eggs, nests, footprints, leaf
impressions, and burrows are examples of trace fossils.
Where Are Fossils?
Every plant and animal eventually dies. If it gets buried and
preserved, a fossil is formed. Wherever you are, you may be
standing on a fossil.
How to Look for Fossils
Look for unusual shapes and objects that are different from the rock around them. Look in places where rock has been worn away.
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WRITING PROMPT: Think about one of your hobbies. Write a
strong paragraph about that hobby. Be sure your paragraph
includes a topic sentence and supporting details.
1. a. I took the right tools and equipment when I hunted for fossils.
b. I looked for them.
I took good walking shoes. When I looked for fossils I had
to walk over rocky ground. I took a cell phone so I could
call my friends. I had a small hammer to help me chip
away rock around a fossil. A magnifier helped me to see the
fossils.
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Kinds of Fossils
by Pedro M.
Fossils are traces of life from long ago. one kind of
fossil is when remains of living tings have turned to stone.
Another kind of fossil is a mold. This happens when a
living thing is buried in mud or clay. Later it rots, but the
sape is left. One kind of fossil is a print. These can be
animal tracks that were press into stone long ago. Then
they turned into stone. I can make footprints in the mud,
too. One kind is when a whole animal or plant is saved
this happens in ice or tar.
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Kinds of Fossils
by Pedro M.
Fossils are traces of life from long ago. one kind of
fossil is when remains of living tings have turned to stone.
Another kind of fossil is a mold. This happens when a
living thing is buried in mud or clay. Later it rots, but the
sape is left. One kind of fossil is a print. These can be
animal tracks that were press into stone long ago. Then
they turned into stone. I can make footprints in the mud,
too. One kind is when a whole animal or plant is saved
this happens in ice or tar.
There are four main kinds of fossils.
The second
The third
The last
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Kinds of Fossilsby Pedro M.
Fossils are traces of life from long ago. one kind of
fossil is when remains of living tings have turned to stone.
Another kind of fossil is a mold. This happens when a
living thing is buried in mud or clay. Later it rots, but the
sape is left. One kind of fossil is a print. These can be
animal tracks that were press into stone long ago. Then
they turned into stone. I can make footprints in the mud,
too. One kind is when a whole animal or plant is saved
this happens in ice or tar.
There are four main kinds of fossils.
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Portland, Oregon 97201
October 19, 2007
Dear Chrissy,
I have very exciting news! My
baby sister was born today. My
parents named her Rose because
that was our grandma’s name.
Rose’s toes and fingers are tiny like a doll’s! Her hair is brown like mine. Rose’s eyes are blue, but Mom says they might change. I can’t wait for you to see my new baby sister.
Your best friend,Maria
The letter begins withthe date and a greeting.
Descriptive details inthe body inform thereader about an event in the writer’s life.
The letter ends with aclosing and signature.
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Drafting Strategies
My new puppy,Murphy
Murphy snores.
Murphy toobig to sleep
on bed.
Murphy has grown so much.
Got Murphyas gift
Murphy is getting
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afternoon. Write a paragraph to describe what you did. Be
sure to use a variety of interesting and lively words.
Example
a. Her puppy walked with us.
b. Her tiny puppy ran with us.
I walked next to Mary. Her puppy walked with us. We saw autumn leaves. We saw yellow butterflies. I saw a duck. I saw a spider’s web.
Possible response: I walked slowly next to Mary. Her tiny puppy ran with us. We saw red autumn leaves. Bright yellow butterflies flew everywhere. I spotted a huge duck and a very fancy spider’s web.
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February 5 2---
Max
it was nice to see you at my birthday
party My parents gift waz nice The puppy
they gave me has grown so much. At first
Murphy slept in my bed Now he’s so big that
hes on the floor. Even Murphys snore is big
See you soon!
Carlos
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February 5 2---
Max
it was nice to see you at my birthday
party My parents gift waz nice The puppy
they gave me has grown so much. At first
Murphy slept in my bed Now he’s so big that
hes on the floor. Even Murphys snore is big
See you soon!
Carlos
the best!
He’s huge!
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February 5 2---
Max
it was nice to see you at my birthday
party My parents gift waz nice The puppy
they gave me has grown so much. At first
Murphy slept in my bed Now he’s so big that
hes on the floor. Even Murphys snore is big
See you soon!
Carlos
the best!
He’s huge!
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A Report on I Am a Walrus
I Am a Walrus by J. Paul George is a story of the life of a walrus, from pup to adult. The walrus lives in the Arctic Ocean. It is the only seal that has tusks. The tusks are ivory and can grow more than three feet long! The walrus can weigh almost 3000 pounds!
If you are someone who likes reading about interesting animals, read I Am a Walrus.
The writer starts the book report by listing the book’s title and author.
The writer tells about the book’s topic and includes a few interesting details.
The book report has a strong conclusion that tells who else might like to read this book.
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Animals of the Sea and Shore
by Ann O. Squire
Animals that live in or near the ocean
recommend to anyone who likes learning
about creatures that live by the
water
unusual facts—sea otters sleep
on backs in water
interesting details:
1. some live in water
2. some live on shore
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1. a. I am glad I read There’s a Bear!
b. If you’re interested in learning more about bears, pick up a copy of There’s a Bear!
A Report on There’s a Bear!
By Janice Bakerman
There’s a Bear! by Janice Bakerman tells about bears that live on a mountain in New York State. It tells how the bears look and what they do. The bears are black, and their ears look kind of rounded. The male bears can weigh more than 300 pounds. The bears sleep all winter. They don’t wake up until April. Then they spend lots of time looking for food.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about the story Nutik, the Wolf Pup. Write a short book report about that story. Include strong conclusion that lets readers know how you feel about the story.
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My Book Report
by Jan O.
I read Animals of the sea and shore by Ann O. Squire.
I really liked it. The book is about many animals that live
in or near the water. Some animals, like whales, live in the
water. Other animals live on the shore, like snails.
I also learned some unusual facts. Did you know that
sea otters sleep floating on their backs? If you like learning
about the things that live by the water, youll like Animals
of the Sea and Shore.
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My Book Report
by Jan O.
I read Animals of the sea and shore by Ann O. Squire.
I really liked it. The book is about many animals that live
in or near the water. Some animals, like whales, live in the
water. Other animals live on the shore, like snails.
I also learned some unusual facts. Did you know that
sea otters sleep floating on their backs? If you like learning
about the things that live by the water, youll like Animals
of the Sea and Shore.
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My Book Reportby Jan O.
I read Animals of the sea and shore by Ann O. Squire.
I really liked it. The book is about many animals that live
in or near the water. Some animals, like whales, live in the
water. Other animals live on the shore, like snails.
I also learned some unusual facts. Did you know that
sea otters sleep floating on their backs? If you like learning
about the things that live by the water, youll like Animals
of the Sea and Shore.
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Dear Sunil, How was your trip to the mountains? Did you have a good time? My parents and I just got back from our trip to the rain forest in Costa Rica. Everything in the forest is a bright, emerald green. Many of the trees are so tall that I could not see their tops. The birds are so colorful that they look like rainbows flying overhead. I hope your trip was just as fun!
Sincerely, Derek
The writer includes the date at the top.
The salutation comes right before the letter’s body.
The writer uses strong details to describe this habitat.
The letter ends with a closing and signature.
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My Trip to the Desert
very dry ground
very hot air tall cactus with many spines
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WRITING PROMPT: Write a letter to a friend describing a
place you have been. Include important details in your letter
to help readers visualize the place.
1. The Rocky Mountains are tall.
2. There are lots of trees in the mountains.
3. We took a hike.
4. Our picnic was tasty.
5. We saw some animals.
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dear Cheryl
How is your summer? Mine has been
good so far!
Last weekend, my dad took me to a
desert. The air was hot. The ground was
really dry the most amazing thing I saw
was a cactus. The cactus was ten feet
tall my dad and I had a nice time.
i will send you pictures soon
Maria
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dear Cheryl
How is your summer? Mine has been
good so far!
Last weekend, my dad took me to a
desert. The air was hot. The ground was
really dry the most amazing thing I saw
was a cactus. The cactus was ten feet
tall my dad and I had a nice time.
i will send you pictures soon
Maria
fantastic
so that it shimmered
so that there were cracks in it!
and covered with hundreds of spines. terrific
Sincerely,
June 1, 2———
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dear Cheryl
How is your summer? Mine has been
good so far!
Last weekend, my dad took me to a
desert. The air was hot. The ground was
really dry the most amazing thing I saw
was a cactus. The cactus was ten feet
tall my dad and I had a nice time.
i will send you pictures soon
Maria
fantastic
so that it shimmered
so that there were cracks in it!
and covered with hundreds of spines. terrific
Sincerely,
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Bats’ Needs
Since bats are active at night, they need a safe place to sleep during the day. Some bats sleep in large groups called colonies in caves. Other bats make homes in tree hollows. Some bats are so tiny that they can sleep in the cracks in large rocks. In the summer, some bats try to roost, or sleep, in people’s homes.
The writer starts the summary with a topic sentence that describes the main idea.
The writer includes details that give more information about the main idea.
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Main Idea and Details WebDrafting Strategies
Chimps use toolsto get food.
They use sticksto get termites.
They use rocks to open nuts.
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WRITING PROMPT: Think about something interesting that
an animal can do. Write a paragraph that explains what
the animal can do. Be sure to start your paragraph with a
strong topic sentence.
1. a. I also have a cat.
b. My dog can do tricks.
My dog Bella is smart. I taught her to stand up on her back legs. When I throw a ball, she runs and brings it back. Bella likes to do her tricks in front of other people!
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Chimps Use Tools
by Jewel W.
Chimps use simple tools to get nuts,
fruits, seeds, and all kinds of food. They also
eat insects like termites. In africa, they use
rocks to crack open nuts chimps can also
use sticks to get termites from termite hills.
The chimps eat the termites, too.
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Chimps Use Tools
by Jewel W.
Chimps use simple tools to get nuts,
fruits, seeds, and all kinds of food. They also
eat insects like termites. In africa, they use
rocks to crack open nuts chimps can also
use sticks to get termites from termite hills.
The chimps eat the termites, too.
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Chimps Use Toolsby Jewel W.
Chimps use simple tools to get nuts,
fruits, seeds, and all kinds of food. They also
eat insects like termites. In africa, they use
rocks to crack open nuts chimps can also
use sticks to get termites from termite hills.
The chimps eat the termites, too.
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What I Want to Know
What I Learned
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Some animals are in danger because people have cut down the forests where they live.
What are the names of some endangered animals?
Where do they live?
Why are they disappearing?
What can people do to help them?
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How Are Humans Endangering Animals?
There are several things humans do that threaten the lives of some animals. People cut down forests that provide homes for animals. Every year, humans cut down almost 50 million acres of tropical rain forests. Some animals are in danger because people want them as pets. It is estimated that more than seven million wild birds are trapped and sold every year. Many of the birds die. In some places, animals are endangered because people have polluted their food or water. Pesticides and other chemicals can make animals sick or even kill them.
Notes
Ways people endanger animals
1. take away land
2. trap them as pets
3. pollute their food and water
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WRITING PROMPT: Think about something you can do to help
save our planet. Write a paragraph to describe how you will
help preserve our environment. Your paragraph should include
a strong topic sentence and at least two supporting details.
Choose the best topic sentence to complete the paragraph.
a. Giant pandas eat bamboo. b. The giant panda is an endangered species because people
are destroying its habitat.
. Pandas live in a few small mountainous areas in China. The areas are so small that it can be hard for pandas to find enough bamboo to eat. The government in China is trying to help save the giant panda from extinction. The government does not allow people to destroy any more of the pandas’ forest homes.
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Asian Elephants
by Liu H.
Asian elephants used to live in forests. Humans cut down the
forests to make room for their towns. the elephants had to move
to the mountains. They had a hard time finding food to eat. These
elephants are really big! The Asian elephant is one example of an
endangered animal. There are several reasons why these animals are
endangered. A second reason that Asian elephants are endangered
is because they are not allowed to migrate An adult elephant
needs to eat a lot of food every day. Farmers do not want the
elephants to trample their crops. They force the anmals to stay in
one small area of land and the elephants run out of food.
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Asian Elephants
by Liu H.
Asian elephants used to live in forests. Humans cut down the
forests to make room for their towns. the elephants had to move
to the mountains. They had a hard time finding food to eat. These
elephants are really big! The Asian elephant is one example of an
endangered animal. There are several reasons why these animals are
endangered. A second reason that Asian elephants are endangered
is because they are not allowed to migrate An adult elephant
needs to eat a lot of food every day. Farmers do not want the
elephants to trample their crops. They force the anmals to stay in
one small area of land and the elephants run out of food.
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Asian Elephantsby Liu H.
Asian elephants used to live in forests. Humans cut down the
forests to make room for their towns. the elephants had to move
to the mountains. They had a hard time finding food to eat. These
elephants are really big! The Asian elephant is one example of an
endangered animal. There are several reasons why these animals are
endangered. A second reason that Asian elephants are endangered
is because they are not allowed to migrate An adult elephant
needs to eat a lot of food every day. Farmers do not want the
elephants to trample their crops. They force the anmals to stay in
one small area of land and the elephants run out of food.
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Fog and Smog
Did you know that fog and
smog are both clouds that form
close to the ground? Both fog
and smog are fine droplets of
water vapor hanging in the air.
But smog has something extra
mixed in. Smoke and other
harmful things in the air mix
with fog to form smog. The
word smog is made from the sm-
of smoke and the -og from fog.
The author starts the
paragraph with a question to
grab readers’ attention.
The paragraph tells about two
things: fog and smog. It tells
how they are alike using the
word both. It tells how they
are different using the
word but.
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To rain, the
temperature
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part of the
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1. During a thunderstorm, rain falls.
2. During a thunderstorm, lightning flashes in the sky.
What happens during a thunderstorm? During a
thunderstorm, rain falls. During a thunderstorm, lightning
flashes in the sky.
Hailstones are made of ice. Hailstones fall like rain. What
can hailstones do? They can do a lot! Hailstones can
damage buildings. Hailstones can damage crops.
WRITING PROMPT: Think about two different storms that you have seen. Write a paragraph to compare and contrast those storms. Be sure to vary the lengths and types of sentences in your writing.
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Rain and Snow
by Pedro V.
Rain is a kind of weather. Snow is a kind of weather. They
give living things the water they need Rain and snow furm
because of the water cycle. when clouds have too much
water, the water falls to Earth as rain or snow. The big
difference between snow and rain is temperature. It must be
below freezing for snow to fall. If it is warmer than freezing,
it rains
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Rain and Snow
by Pedro V.
Rain is a kind of weather. Snow is a kind of weather. They
give living things the water they need Rain and snow furm
because of the water cycle. when clouds have too much
water, the water falls to Earth as rain or snow. The big
difference between snow and rain is temperature. It must be
below freezing for snow to fall. If it is warmer than freezing,
it rains
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Rain and Snowby Pedro V.
Rain is a kind of weather. Snow is a kind of weather. They
give living things the water they need Rain and snow furm
because of the water cycle. when clouds have too much
water, the water falls to Earth as rain or snow. The big
difference between snow and rain is temperature. It must be
below freezing for snow to fall. If it is warmer than freezing,
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Cat: Oh, a bed. I will take a nap.
Mouse: Oh, a furry pillow. I will climb under it and take a nap.
Dog: Oh, a furry pillow on a bed. I will take a nap.
Mouse: This pillow is too heavy. I need anew place to nap.
Cat: A mouse! I will chase it!
Dog: Oh no! My pillow was a cat! I will chase it!
Mouse: I guess no one gets a nap today!
Who Needs a Nap?
Characters: Cat, Mouse, Dog A play has characters.The characters’ names are written before their lines.
A play is a story written to be acted out.
A play has a logical sequence of events.
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Drafting Strategies
Sequence Chart
Beginning
Sun and Wind are the characters.
They are arguing.
Middle
Wind and Sun each try to get
Man to take off his coat.
End
Man takes off his coat when Sun
makes it warm. Sun wins.
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A. Dog: Well, that doesn’t seem fair at all. Dog: Can you please teach me how to fly? Bird: Silly dog, you can’t fly without wings!
B. Fire: What do you mean stop? Burning is all Iknow how to do.
Water: All right, go ahead and burn, but don’t doit near me!
Water: I’m boiling hot. Can’t you stop burning?
C. Snow: Wow, and I thought I was cold. Ice: I’m really freezing! Snow: How are you feeling, Ice?
WRITING PROMPT: Write a play about two animals whomeet in a garden. Be sure to include a logical sequence ofevents in the play.
Answers: A: 2, 3, 1; B: 3, 1, 2; C: 3, 2, 1
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Sun and Wind
Narrator: Wind and Sun were fighting.
Wind: i am stronger than you, Sun
Sun: No, you’re not, Wind. Prove it.
Wind: Do you see that man? Whoever makes him take off his coat is stronger.
Sun: Wind, you can go first.
Brrr. The wind is cold. i will button up my coat to keep warm.
Wind: I give up. Your turn, Sun.
Man: The sun is out. now it is warm. i will take off this heavy coat.
You win, Sun. you are stronger.
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Sun and Wind
Narrator: Wind and Sun were fighting.
Wind: i am stronger than you, Sun
Sun: No, you’re not, Wind. Prove it.
Wind: Do you see that man? Whoever makes him take off his coat is stronger.
Sun: Wind, you can go first.
Brrr. The wind is cold. i will button up my coat to keep warm.
Wind: I give up. Your turn, Sun.
Man: The sun is out. now it is warm. i will take off this heavy coat.
You win, Sun. you are stronger.
Characters: Narrator, Wind, Sun, Man
Man:
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Sun and WindNarrator: Wind and Sun were fighting.
Wind: i am stronger than you, Sun
Sun: No, you’re not, Wind. Prove it.
Wind: Do you see that man? Whoever makes him take off his coat is stronger.
Sun: Wind, you can go first.
Brrr. The wind is cold. i will button up my coat to keep warm.
Wind: I give up. Your turn, Sun.
Man: The sun is out. now it is warm. i will take off this heavy coat.
You win, Sun. you are stronger.
Characters: Narrator, Wind, Sun, Man
Man:
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Beginning
upset
joined softball team
practiced catching
couldn’t catch the ball
Middle
mad at myself
practiced batting
couldn’t hit
End
Coach helped me.
excited
practiced hitting
hit the ball
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Team Work
by Sophie P.
Last spring, I joined a softball team.
First, we practised throwing and catching. It
seemed like I was the only one who didn’t
know how to catch. I felt upset.
Next, we practised batting. I watched as
my best friend hit the ball twice. my turn
to bat. I couldn’t hit the ball. I was so mad
at myself
But Coach Paula helped me. She said it
takes time. She practised and practised with
me. I hit the ball. I was so happy. Without
her help, I think I would have quit.
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Team Work
by Sophie P.
Last spring, I joined a softball team.
First, we practised throwing and catching. It
seemed like I was the only one who didn’t
know how to catch. I felt upset.
Next, we practised batting. I watched as
my best friend hit the ball twice. my turn
to bat. I couldn’t hit the ball. I was so mad
at myself
But Coach Paula helped me. She said it
takes time. She practised and practised with
me. I hit the ball. I was so happy. Without
her help, I think I would have quit.
then it was
Finally, excited
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Team Workby Sophie P.
Last spring, I joined a softball team.
First, we practised throwing and catching. It
seemed like I was the only one who didn’t
know how to catch. I felt upset.
Next, we practised batting. I watched as
my best friend hit the ball twice. my turn
to bat. I couldn’t hit the ball. I was so mad
at myself
But Coach Paula helped me. She said it
takes time. She practised and practised with
me. I hit the ball. I was so happy. Without
her help, I think I would have quit.
excited
then it was
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Moving
by Troy L.
We moved. I had to leeve my friends.
Did not want to come out of my room.
What if no one likes me. A knock at the
door. A boy asked if I liked to swim. Just
gotten a pool. Marcus became my frend.
He helped me.
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Moving
by Troy L.
When I first moved here, I was sad
about leaving my friends. I did not want
to come out of my room. What if no one
liked me?
Then one day there was a knock at the
door. A boy in a bathing suit was standing
there. He asked if I liked to swim. His
family had just gotten a pool. His name
was Marcus.
After that day, Marcus and I
became friends. He helped me make
other friends, too.
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Step 2
Needs a lot of water
Water when soil is nearly dry
Step 3
Pick when big
How to Grow Peppers
Step 1
Grow in a sunny place
Outside in warm weather
Needs a lot of sun
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How to Grow a Bell Pepper
by Ana R.
1. Buy the pepper plant when the whether
gets warm. Place it in a sunny spot. Bell
peppers need alot of sun to grow.
2. Give the pepper plant alot of water.
Water it when the soil is nearly dry.
3. Pick the bell peppers when they are big.
You can pick them green or red.
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How to Grow a Bell Pepper
by Ana R.
1. Buy the pepper plant when the whether
gets warm. Place it in a sunny spot. Bell
peppers need alot of sun to grow.
2. Give the pepper plant alot of water.
Water it when the soil is nearly dry.
3. Pick the bell peppers when they are big.
You can pick them green or red.
weather
ger than your fist.
You can pick them green if you like alot of flavor. Let them turn red if you like less flavor.
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How to Grow a Bell Pepperby Ana R.
1. Buy the pepper plant when the whether
gets warm. Place it in a sunny spot. Bell
peppers need alot of sun to grow.
2. Give the pepper plant alot of water.
Water it when the soil is nearly dry.
3. Pick the bell pepper when they are big.
You can pick them green or red.
weather
ger than your fist.
You can pick them green if you like alot of flavor. Let them turn red if you like less flavor.
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Growing Bean Seeds
by Lisa B.
1. Dig up the ground. Pick a sunny spot.
2. Water it.
3. Put been seeds in the ground. I think you
cover them with soil.
4. When they sprout, water them.
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Growing Bean Seeds
by Lisa B.
1. Choose a sunny place for your beans to
grow. Dig up the soil to make it soft.
2. Water the soil thoroughly.
3. Put the bean seeds in the ground about
3 inches apart. Cover them with 1 inch
of soil.
4. When the bean seeds sprout, water the
plants to keep them from drying out.
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Opinions
Our cumunity needs a park with a pool.
Children need a place to be with other children.
A solution must be found to keep Adams open.
Conclusions
Sign petishun to keep Adams open.
FactsIt costs $15,000 per year to run the park.
The Parks Department does not have enough money to keep the park open.
It is scheduled to close before summer.
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Dear Editor,
Adams Park must stay open. The
Parks Department does not have enough
money to keep it open. The park is
closing before summer.
I think our cumunity needs a park with
a pool. Children must have a place to be
together. Families need a place to keep cool
during hot summers.
The Parks Department and our cumunity
should work together. We need to keep our
park open. Please sign the petishun to keep
Adams Park open.
Sincerely,
Steven J.
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Dear Editor,
Adams Park must stay open. The
Parks Department does not have enough
money to keep it open. The park is
closing before summer.
I think our cumunity needs a park with
a pool. Children must have a place to be
together. Families need a place to keep cool
during hot summers.
The Parks Department and our cumunity
should work together. We need to keep our
park open. Please sign the petishun to keep
Adams Park open.
Sincerely,
Steven J.
It costs $15,000 per year.
I believe
only
play
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Dear Editor,
Adams Park must stay open. The
Parks Department does not have enough
money to keep it open. The park is
closing before summer.
I think our cumunity needs a park with
a pool. Children must have a place to be
together. Families need a place to keep cool
during hot summers.
The Parks Department and our cumunity
should work together. We need to keep our
park open. Please sign the petishun to keep
Adams Park open.
Sincerely,
Steven J.
It costs $15,000 per year.
I believe
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Dear Editor,
Electricity heats up the air around
the erth. It changes our weather. It also
changes where plants gro.
We shouldnt use so much.
Cal O.
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Dear Editor,
We should all use less electricity. Making
electricity heats up the air around the earth.
This causes global warming. Global warming
changes our weather. It also changes where
plants will grow.
I think we can change this. We can
shut off our lights and TV when we are
not using them. I believe we can make a
difference by using less electricity. Please
use less.
Sincerely,
Cal O.
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An earthquake is caused by shifts in
Earth’s surface.
plates moving or bumping
cause quakes
plates fit together
plates cover Earth’s surface
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What causes an earthquake?
by Austin C.
An earthquake is caused by shifts in
Earth’s surface. Earthquakes are scary.
Earth’s surface made of plates. The plates
fit together. When the plates move or bump
together they caus an earthquake. Then the
ground shakes.
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What causes an earthquake?
by Austin C.
An earthquake is caused by shifts in
Earth’s surface. Earthquakes are scary.
Earth’s surface made of plates. The plates
fit together. When the plates move or bump
together they caus an earthquake. Then the
ground shakes.
movement of
like very big puzzle pieces
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What causes an earthquake?by Austin C.
An earthquake is caused by shifts in
Earth’s surface. Earthquakes are scary.
Earth’s surface made of plates. The plates
fit together. When the plates move or bump
together they caus an earthquake. Then the
ground shakes.
movement of
like very big puzzle pieces
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The Moon
by Caleb B.
I can see the man in the moon. The
moon goes around the earth. It is bright.
Gets itslight from the son. The moon’s
shapes are called phases. Galileo made a
telescope in the early 1600s. I wrote about
the moon because I like the moon.
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The Moon
by Caleb B.
The moon is Earth’s closest neighbor. It
is the only thing in space that goes around
Earth. The moon is the brightest thing in
the night sky. It gets its light from the sun.
From Earth, the moon seems to change
shape. The different shapes that we see
are called phases.
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Problem
The cookies Alex puts on his plate keep disappearing.
Steps to Solution
1. He hides to see what is happening to them.
2. He discovers that a squirrel is coming in through the window and taking them.
Solution
He closes the window.
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Alex Makes a Discovery
by Fernando R.
Alex sat in the kitchen. Snacking on a
cookie. The telephone rang. alex went to
answer it. When he got back, the cookie
was gone. He covered another cookie with
a napkin and went to talk to his mother.
When he got back, that cookie was gone!
“Whats going on here?” Alex asked.
Alex put out another cookie and hid. He
saw a squirrel come in through the window
and take the cookie!
Alex rushed to close the window.
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Alex Makes a Discovery
by Fernando R.
Alex sat in the kitchen. Snacking on a
cookie. The telephone rang. alex went to
answer it. When he got back, the cookie
was gone. He covered another cookie with
a napkin and went to talk to his mother.
When he got back, that cookie was gone!
“Whats going on here?” Alex asked.
Alex put out another cookie and hid. He
saw a squirrel come in through the window
and take the cookie!
Alex rushed to close the window.
watched
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Alex Makes a Discoveryby Fernando R.
Alex sat in the kitchen. Snacking on a
cookie. The telephone rang. alex went to
answer it. When he got back, the cookie
was gone. He covered another cookie with
a napkin and went to talk to his mother.
When he got back, that cookie was gone!
“Whats going on here?” Alex asked.
Alex put out another cookie and hid. He
saw a squirrel come in through the window
and take the cookie!
Alex rushed to close the window.
watched
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Fun in the Rain
by Haley F.
They wanted to play. it was a
beautiful day.
Let’s play in the yard!
There were no clouds. They walked to
the end of the yard. All of a sudden they
heard a loud noise. Thunder!
“Run! Were going to get soaked!”
They ran toward garden shed. Inside was
nice and dry. The rane came down, but they
stayed dry. Played Garden Shop until mom
called them in for lunch.
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Fun in the Rain
by Haley F.
After breakfast Haley and her brother
Tim wanted to play. They looked outside.
There wasn’t a cloud in the sky.
“Let’s play in the yard!” Haley said
to Tim.
They walked to the far end of the yard.
All of a sudden they heard a loud noise. It
was thunder! A big cloud began to cover
the sun.
“Run!” said Tim. “We’re going to
get soaked!”
Haley and Tim ran to Mom’s garden
shed. Inside it was nice and dry. The rain
came down, but Haley and Tim didn’t mind.
They played Garden Shop until Mom called
them in for lunch.
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both are big and heavy;
both take you places;
both are fun
move in the water;
you pass fish and water;
animals;goes up and down with
waves
move in the sky;you go through clouds;
has wings to take
you high
boats alike planes
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Getting Around
by Marisa K.
Boats and planes are kinds of
transportation, but they are different.
A boat takes you across water. Even
though a boat is big and heavy, it goes
light up and down.
A plane is also big and heavy. It takes
you high in the air. It has wings to help it
move threw the sky. You can look out the
window and see clouds.
Boats and planes both take you to
where you want to go. Trains take you
places, too. A boat gets you across water
and a plane takes you through the sky.
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Getting Around
by Marisa K.
Boats and planes are kinds of
transportation, but they are different.
A boat takes you across water. Even
though a boat is big and heavy, it goes
light up and down.
A plane is also big and heavy. It takes
you high in the air. It has wings to help it
move threw the sky. You can look out the
window and see clouds.
Boats and planes both take you to
where you want to go. Trains take you
places, too. A boat gets you across water
and a plane takes you through the sky.
You can stand on deck and look down at the sea lake or river.
Unlike a boat,
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Getting Aroundby Marisa K.
Boats and planes are kinds of
transportation, but they are different.
A boat takes you across water. Even
though a boat is big and heavy, it goes
light up and down.
A plane is also big and heavy. It takes
you high in the air. It has wings to help it
move threw the sky. You can look out the
window and see clouds.
Boats and planes both take you to
where you want to go. Trains take you
places, too. A boat gets you across water
and a plane takes you through the sky.
You can stand on deck and look down at the sea lake or river.
Unlike a boat,
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On the Road to School
by Brandon T.
I take the bus to school but my big
brother rides his bike. A bus and a bike are
not the same.
Many people ride in a bus. A bus driver
lets you on and drives you to school. The
bus engine and the big, rubber wheels get
you there fast. A bike has thinly wheels.
Only one person rides a bike. Even if you
are real speedy, you cannot go as fast as a
bus. There is no engine.
A bus and a bike both get you to
school, but different.
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On the Road to School
by Brandon T.
There are many ways to get to school.
I take the bus and my big brother rides his
bike. These are very different.
A bus can take many people at once.
It has a powerful engine and big wheels.
A bus driver lets you on and drives you to
school quickly.
A bike is made for one person. It has
thin wheels. The rider pedals to make it go.
Even if you are really speedy on a bike, you
will not be as fast as a bus.
Both a bus and a bike will get you
where you need to go, but the ride is not
the same.
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