1. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com Learning Objective Name ________________________ CFU What are we going to do today? What does support mean? Support means ________. Activate (or provide) Prior Knowledge CFU Students, you already know how to give answers when someone asks you a question. You may have given reasons like fun, go farther, go faster, and so on. These are answers from your prior knowledge, or what you already know. If we ask a question about text, we can also find answers in the written words. Today, we will support answers by using clues from the text and prior knowledge. Today, we will support 1 answers by using clues from the text and prior knowledge. 1 to give reasons why Why do you like riding a bike? Write some answers on your whiteboards.

2. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com The Great Surprise 1. Tony received a big surprise. 2. His dad brought home a trampoline. 3. Tony smiled all day long as he jumped on the trampoline. 22 words Concept Development To support answers to a question, use clues from the text and prior knowledge. A clue is information that can be found in the text. Prior knowledge is what you already know. Example: Question: How did Tony feel about receiving the trampoline? SupportAnswer Clues from text smiled all day as he jumped + Prior knowledge I am happy when I receive new toys. = Tony felt happy. CFU Which sentence does not support the answer to the question Is Sammy a good soccer player? A.Sammy comes to school everyday. B. Sammy scores a goal every game. What is the difference between prior knowledge and a clue from the text? The difference between prior knowledge and a clue from the text is ____. In your own words, what do you use to support an answer? To support an answer, I would use _______. Text that does not support the answer: Tony received a big surprise.

3. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com Chores First 1. “Make sure you finish your homework before you turn on the computer, Ron,” said Ron’s mother. 2. “Oh, and clean up your room.” 3. Two hours later, Ron closed his binder, snapped his math book shut, and slid it into his backpack. 4. He stretched and smiled. 49 words Skill Development/Guided Practice To support answers to a question, use clues from the text and prior knowledge. A clue is information that can be found in the text. Prior knowledge is what you already know. Support answers using clues from the text and prior knowledge. Question 1: Did Ron finish his homework?Answer Prior knowledge a. Yes, he finished his homework. b. No, he did not finish his homework. CFU (#1) How did I/you identify what the question was asking? (#2) How did I/ you identify clues that supported the answer? (#4) How did I/you identify the supported answer? When I close my books, I’m usually done with my homework. Step #1: Read the question. Identify 2 what the question is asking. (underline) Step #2: Read the text. Identify clues from the text that support the answer. (underline) Step #3: Add prior knowledge that helps support the answer. (write) Step #4: Identify the supported answer. (circle) 2 find (synonym)

4. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com Chores First (continued) 5. Then, Ron went to his desk and turned on his computer. 6. He heard his mom outside in the hallway. 7. Uh-oh, he thought. 22 words Skill Development/Guided Practice (continued) To support answers to a question, use clues from the text and prior knowledge. A clue is information that can be found in the text. Prior knowledge is what you already know. Support answers using clues from the text and prior knowledge. Question 2: Did Ron clean his room? Answer Prior knowledge a. Yes, he did clean his room. b. No, he did not clean his room. CFU (#1) How did I/you identify what the question was asking? (#2) How did I/ you identify clues that supported the answer? (#4) How did I/you identify the supported answer? If I don’t do what I’m told, I usually worry about getting in trouble. Step #1: Read the question. Identify what the question is asking. (underline) Step #2: Read the text. Identify clues from the text that support the answer. (underline) Step #3: Add prior knowledge that helps support the answer. (write) Step #4: Identify the supported answer. (circle)

5. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com Relevance To support answers to a question, use clues from the text and prior knowledge. 1.Supporting answers with clues from the text and prior knowledge will help you understand what you read because authors don’t always tell us everything. 2. Supporting answers with clues from the text and prior knowledge will help you do well on tests. CFU Does anyone else have another reason why it is relevant to support answers using clues from the text and prior knowledge? (pair-share) Why is it relevant to support answers using clues from the text and prior knowledge? You may give me one of my reasons or one of your own. Which reason is more relevant to you? Why? 1. Alberto received his report card. 2. All the way home, he was whistling and grinning 2. 3. When Alberto got home, he said, “Mom, I have great news today!” 2 smiling 26 words We can use the clues from the text to tell that Alberto got good grades on his report card.

6. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com To support answers to a question, use clues from the text and prior knowledge. Question: What does Justin think about his book?Answer Prior knowledge a. He enjoys the book. b. He dislikes the book. I can’t wait to finish something I don’t like to do. It’s hard to stay awake when I read a book that’s very boring. Step #1: Read the question. Identify what the question is asking. (underline) Step #2: Read the text. Identify clues from the text that support the answer. (underline) Step #3: Add prior knowledge that helps support the answer. (write) Step #4: Identify the supported answer. (circle) Constructed Response Closure Gabe’s teacher put this sentence on the board: Butterflies come from cocoons made by caterpillars. She asked him, “What insect makes cocoons?” Gabe said the answer was “butterflies.” How can you tell that he was not correct? Summary Closure What did you learn today about supporting answers using clues from the text and prior knowledge? (pair-share) Skill Closure Support answers using clues from the text and prior knowledge. Almost Finished 1. Justin got into bed and reached for his book. 2. He thought, “I have just two more chapters to read and I’ll finally be done! 3. Then, I can read something much more interesting. 4. I hope I can stay awake that long!” 40 words

7. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com Independent Practice Name _____________________ To support answers to a question, use clues from the text and prior knowledge. Support answers using clues from the text and prior knowledge. My New Pet 1. Melissa couldn't make up her mind. 2. A rabbit would be gentle, but it wouldn’t do any tricks. 3. A fish would be too boring. 4. A kitten would be nice, but she wanted an animal she could take for a walk. 5. “Okay, I know which one I want,” Melissa told the store clerk 1. 6. “I’ll take the furry brown one that’s scratching its ear. 7. I have always wanted one just like him! 8. I’ll need a collar and a leash. 9. I can’t wait to take him for a walk.” 10. Melissa was smiling from ear to ear. 1 person who works in a store 82 words Question 1: What kind of pet did Melissa buy?Answer Prior knowledge a. Melissa bought a dog. b. Melissa bought a rabbit. Question 2: How did Melissa feel about her new pet? Answer Prior knowledge a. Melissa was excited about her pet. b. Melissa was unsure about her pet. I know that you walk a dog on a leash. When I’m excited about something, I can’t wait to do it. I also may smile, too. Step #1: Read the question. Identify what the question is asking. (underline) Step #2: Read the text. Identify clues from the text that support the answer. (underline) Step #3: Add prior knowledge that helps support the answer. (write) Step #4: Identify the supported answer. (circle)

8. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com Periodic Review 1 To support answers to a question, use clues from the text and prior knowledge. Support answers using clues from the text and prior knowledge. Question 1: Where do Mary’s cousins live? Answer Prior knowledge a. They live in the country. b. They live in the city. Question 2: How does Mary feel about her vacation? Answer Prior knowledge a. She enjoys it very much. b. She disliked it and couldn’t wait to go home. If you have to drive back to the city, then you most likely live in the country. When I don’t want to leave a place I really like, I feel very sad. Step #1: Read the question. Identify what the question is asking. (underline) Step #2: Read the text. Identify clues from the text that support the answer. (underline) Step #3: Add prior knowledge that helps support the answer. (write) Step #4: Identify the supported answer. (circle) Saying Goodbye 1. Mary waved goodbye as she looked out of the car’s rear window. 2. Her dad drove the family’s car down the long driveway to the road back to the city. 3. Vacation with her cousins was over. 4. She had ridden a horse, worked in the garden, and gone swimming in the lake. 5. She had spent a week during the summer with her aunt and uncle’s family for each of the last five years. 6. As she sat alone in the back seat, she could feel the tears begin to roll down her cheeks. 90 words

9. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com Periodic Review 2 Name _____________________ To support answers to a question, use clues from the text and prior knowledge. Support answers using clues from the text and prior knowledge. The Dance Recital 1. Tonight was Lisa’s first dance recital 1. 2. When she got to the recital, she found out she was first. 3. “Oh, no! 4. What am I going to do? 5. I don’t want to go first. 6. What if I forget the dance?” cried Lisa. 7. Lisa’s mom looked at her and smiled, “You will be great! 8. Take a deep breath and have fun.” 9. Lisa took a deep breath and walked onto the stage. 10. The music for her dance began. 11. The song made Lisa feel calm. 12. She remembered all of her moves! 13. When the song ended, everyone clapped and threw her flowers. 14. She ran off the stage with a huge smile on her face. 1 performance for family and friends 105 words Question 1: How does Lisa feel about going first? Answer Prior knowledgea. Lisa is scared and nervous. b. Lisa is confident 2 and feels prepared. 2 feeling comfortable and sure of yourself Question 2: How does Lisa feel at the end of her recital? Answer Prior knowledge a. Lisa feels sad and disappointed. b. Lisa feels happy and proud. I sometimes get nervous if I have to do something first in front of a crowd. When people clap for me, it makes me feel good. Step #1: Read the question. Identify what the question is asking. (underline) Step #2: Read the text. Identify clues from the text that support the answer. (underline) Step #3: Add prior knowledge that helps support the answer. (write) Step #4: Identify the supported answer. (circle)

10. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com Periodic Review 3 Name _____________________ To support answers to a question, use clues from the text and prior knowledge. Support answers using clues from the text and prior knowledge. The Gift 1. Kim wanted to buy her mom a necklace for her birthday. 2. Her mom collects heart-shaped necklaces. 3. At the store, Kim found two similar heart-shaped necklaces. 4. One heart-shaped necklace was crystal, and it showed all the colors of the rainbow. 5. The other necklace had blue stones, the color of her mother’s birthstone 1. 6. That night Kim’s mom opened the gift. 7. She unwrapped her new heart-shaped necklace and it sparkled with all the colors of the rainbow. 8. Her mom put it on right away and showed it to everyone. 9. She gave Kim a big hug and said thank you. 10. Kim was happy with the necklace that she chose. 1 stone that represents the month you were born 105 words Question 1: What necklace did Kim buy for her mother?Answer Prior knowledge a. The necklace with a blue stone. b. The crystal necklace. Question 2: How did Kim’s mother feel about the gift? Answer Prior knowledgea. Her mother said it was too expensive. b. Her mother loved the necklace. I have seen crystals that shine with many colors. My mom usually loves anything I give to her. Step #1: Read the question. Identify what the question is asking. (underline) Step #2: Read the text. Identify clues from the text that support the answer. (underline) Step #3: Add prior knowledge that helps support the answer. (write) Step #4: Identify the supported answer. (circle)

11. 3 rd Grade Reading Comprehension 2.2 (2Q) Ask questions and support answers by connecting prior knowledge with literal information found in, and inferred from, the text. Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only. DataWORKS Educational Research (800) 495-1550 www.dataworks-ed.com ©2012 All rights reserved. Comments? feedback@datawork-ed.com Learning Objective : Support answers by using clues from the text and prior knowledge. Cognitive StrategiesTeaching Strategies ElaborationDemonstration Targeted vocabulary: support, identify, clue, prior knowledge, grinning, clerk, recital, birthstone, confident Language Strategies Vocabulary Words Academic support, identify, Content clue, prior knowledge Support grinning, clerk, recital, birthstone, confident Vocabulary Strategy Multiple-Meaning Synonym identify, Definition support, clue, prior knowledge, grinning, clerk, recital, birthstone, confident Homophone Internal Context Clue Listen, SpeakSimilar Sounds Read Tracked Reading Decoding Rules Write Writing Content Access Strategies Comprehensible Input Cognates Contextual Clues Graphic Organizer Contextualized Definitions Pictures EDI – Cognitive, Teaching and English Learners Strategies