Lesson 19 Day 3 You will need your textbook, pencil, and workbook.

Phonics and Spelling Prefixes are word parts added to the beginning of root words. Knowing the meaning of a prefix can help you understand words. un-“not” re-“to do again” dis-“not”

Phonics and Spelling Part A: unsaferemakedisagree When reading longer words, it is helpful to look for word parts, such as prefixes, that form syllables. What is the prefix for each of the above words? un-, re-, dis-

Phonics and Spelling Part B: Look at the underlined word in the first sentence. What do you notice about it? 1. It was unclear who won the race. What is the meaning of the underlined word? unclear“not clear” 2. The pond will refreeze soon. refreeze“freeze again” 3. Tabitha was able to disconnect her computer. disconnect“not connect” 4. It is unsafe to stand under a tree in a thunderstorm. unsafe“not safe” 5. Connor was able to retrace his steps back to the camp. retrace“trace again”

Phonics and Spelling re-un-dis- redo react refill reread remove rebuild rewrite recycle review undo uneasy unlike unhappy uncover unclear dislike dishonest displease disagree disorder

Fluency When good readers read aloud, they pause at places in the text where it sounds natural to do so. This helps listeners understand what is being read and helps readers keep to a reasonable reading rate. As you read, you should: – Pause at commas and end punctuation – Pause at the ends of groups of words that go together

Fluency I’m going to read part of “Half-Chicken” aloud. I will make sure that I pause after commas and after any end punctuation. I will also pause at the end of phrases so I sound natural and read at a good rate. Teacher read aloud page 123. Students choral read page 123.

Theme: Comprehension The theme of a story is the idea or message that the author is trying to communicate. The theme is usually not stated directly. Because of this, readers have to figure out the theme by thinking about what characters do and say and what events happen in the story.

Theme: Comprehension Let’s revisit “Half-Chicken” to find clues to the story’s theme. Think about what Half-Chicken does in the story. What does Half-Chicken do on these pages? (pages ) What do his actions tell you about him? He helps the stream, the fire, and the wind. This tells us that he is kind and helpful. What happens to Half-Chicken when he is in danger? (pages ) The fire, water, and wind save his life.

Theme: Comprehension Looking at events and characters’ words and actions can help readers figure out the theme of a story. Half-Chicken’s Actions on the Way to Court Events at Court Half-Chicken helps the fire, the water, and the wind. Half-Chicken’s life is in danger. He is saved by the fire, the water, and the wind. Theme When you are generous and helpful to others, they will be generous and helpful to you.

Follow Directions: Comprehension Directions are steps that tell how to do something. Let’s review the following points about following directions: – Read directions through before beginning – Pay attention to materials needed and gather them before beginning – Look for numbered steps or time-order words to give the order of the steps

Follow Directions: Comprehension First, fold a sheet of paper in half the long way. Second, fold the new fold down to the center to make triangles. Next, fold the new fold down to the center on each side. Then fold the new fold down to the center again on each side. Finally, hold up your paper airplane by the center fold. It’s ready to fly Remember that the first thing to do when following directions is to read the directions. Notice that the only material needed in these directions is a sheet of paper. What are the time-order words?

Follow Directions: Comprehension Directions for making a paper hat: First, fold a piece of paper in half. Second, hold the paper with the fold at the top. Then fold the two ends (right and left) down so that they meet in the middle, making a triangle with about an inch of leftover paper below. Next, fold the leftover paper up, one piece to the front and one piece to the back of the hat. Finally, open the hat and put it on. What materials are needed? What are the time-order words? Now follow the directions and make your hat!

I Sailed on Half a Ship: Paired Selection “I Sailed on Half a Ship” is a poem. A poem is a kind of writing that uses words, sounds, and images to create a special effect or feeling. Some key features of poems, they may: – Be written in short lines. – Have words that rhyme. – Have a regular rhythm.

I Sailed on Half a Ship: Paired Selection Read aloud the title on pages The purpose for reading a poem is usually for enjoyment. Think about what you already know about poems. Read pages What mental picture do the words of the poem create? They create an image of half a boat sailing around, with everything on and around it cut in half. What lets you know that “I Sailed on Half a Ship” is a poem? It is written in short lines, it has rhyme, and it has a regular rhythm. How are poems and folktales similar and different? Some poems tell a story, just as a folktale does. Poems often rhyme and are usually shorter than folktales.

Robust Vocabulary deliberately When would you need to speak very deliberately? If someone walks deliberately, how is he or she moving? Demonstrate. composed Would you like to have composed a beautiful poem? Explain. What is the difference between a person who sang a song and a person who composed a song? gratitude Why would you feel gratitude if someone did you a favor? How would you show your gratitude for a wonderful birthday present? compassion What might make a person feel compassion for someone else? Have you ever felt compassion for someone who has been having a difficult time? Explain. swift Do you know anyone who is swift? Explain. What animals are especially swift?

Robust Vocabulary vain How would a vain person act? Why do you think some people are vain and some are not? overheard Have you ever overheard a secret? Explain. What would you do if you overheard someone making a secret plan? suggested What are some games you have suggested to friends? If you suggested a meal to eat at home, what would it be? enormous What is the most enormous animal you know about? If an enormous storm was coming, what would you do? exclaimed Have you ever exclaimed something in anger? Tell about that time. What might a person say if he or she exclaimed in fear?

Grammar: Action Verbs A verb must agree in number with its subject. Half-Chicken walks to Mexico City. The guards stop Half-Chicken at the gate. What is the subject of the first sentence? Half-Chicken This subject is singular and singular subjects must use singular verb forms. When the subject is singular, such as he, she, it, or one name, you usually add –s or –es to the verb. The subject of the second sentence is plural and plural subjects must use plural verb forms. When a subject is plural, such as they, the guards, or more than one name, you do not add –s or –es.

Grammar: Action Verbs The wind (push, pushes) Half-Chicken. pushes This sentence needs a singular verb. The water and fire (save, saves) Half- Chicken. save This sentence needs a plural verb.