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My Pocket Dictionary
Personal dictionaries are a way for your child to become a collector of words. Under every letter of the alphabet there is space to write. The child can write words they already know – like his name, Daddy, Mom, etc. They can also write words as they hear them....
Look at a Character
Folktales oftentimes have characters with strong traits. After reading a folktale of your choice, complete the character profile. Draw a picture of the character in the middle, and use adjectives to describe how they look and act on either side. Practice this two...
Imagery Walk
Using this Imagery Chart, take an Imagery Walk around the house, the backyard, or the neighborhood and write down what your experience with your five senses. Learning Benchmarks: Primary: The child clearly describes their own experiences, observations, and thoughts...
ABC Order Sort
Allow the child to manipulate the cards on the floor or table, to put them in alphabetical order. Use an ABC chart for reference if necessary Learning Benchmarks: Primary: ABC Order Sort *Note: WonderHere Learning Benchmarks are adopted from the Finnish Model and...
Understanding Poetry Using Pictures
Step 1: Select one poem from The Earth under Sky Bear’s Feet: Native American Poems of the Land by Joseph Bruchac. The poem should be at least 6 lines and have a clear beginning, middle, and end. Step 2: Read the poem aloud and think of images that come to mind as you...
Signal Word Sentences
First, choose one signal word card. Thinking of that word, choose two picture cards that can be used. Create a sentence for the collection of cards, orally to a partner or written. Learning Benchmarks: Post-Primary: The child learns to identify clauses, main clauses,...
Greek and Latin Match Up
Match the cards together with the correct word part, meaning, and word example. Write your answers on the recording sheet. Learning Benchmarks: Post-Primary: The child practices explaining, comparing, and reflecting on the meanings and hierarchies of words....
Folktale Checklist and Response Project
Step 1: Read or reread your weekly text, The Mud Pony, which is a traditional Skidi Pawnee folktale and complete the Folktale Checklist. Step 2: Complete the Read and Respond task cards. Step 3: • Present your pieces in a presentation. • You can display them on...
Text Evidence Detectives
1. Read the passage three times. Each time you read, color one of the hearts. 2. Lightly color the crayons to match the color listed. Crayons or colored pencils will work best. 3. Read each question and answer inside the corresponding crayon. 4. Underline where you...
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