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Directions & Tips:

There is a schedule for each day. You may complete the activities in any order.

Read the directions carefully before completing each activity.

Make sure to plan your time so that you don’t let things pile up at the end.

Check o� each of the activities when you finish them on the menu.

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Materials You Will Need:

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CRAYONSCRAYONSColored pencils, markers, or crayons for some of the activities


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Reading Comprehen-sion: Drawing Conclusions

Color Coding Non�ction Text: Bears

Summarize a Fable: The Man, the Boy, and the Donkey

Ideas of the Harlem Renaissance

Point of View: In Someone Else’s Shoes

My Favorite Food

Strong and Supportive Details in Opinion Texts:Pets

Linking Ideas with Transition Words

Opinion Writing Check-Up

Learn About your State

Mixed Skills Word Study Learning Check

Punctuation: The Fox and the Crow

Be a Word Detective

Figurative Language: Idioms

Context Clues Check-Up

Introduction to Multiplica-tion: Adding groups

Multiplica-tion Strategy Practice

Football Multiplica-tion

At the Store: Multiplica-tion Word Problems

Properties of Multipli-cation: Commuta-tive

Multiplica-tion Crossword Puzzle

Properties of Multipli-cation: It’s Associative!

Multiplica-tion Practice

Distributive Property of Multiplica-tion

Multiplica-tion Facts Learning Check

Life Science Crossword Puzzle: Parts of a Flower

Outer Space Word Scram-ble

Local Government:Municipality

Practice Symmetry

USA States Crossword


Day 1Reading Draw conclusions about short stories based on

details in the passages.

Writing Write your opinion about your favorite food!

Grammar Show what you know about nouns, verbs, possessives, and agreement in sentences.

Math

Learn how to multiply by thinking of numbers as groups.

Practice multiplying by drawing pictures, using repeated addition, and skip-counting.

Fun Stu� Show what you know about the di�erent parts of a �ower in this science crossword puzzle.


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Preparations were set and the violinist was ready. Anxious faces stared at the clock, wondering exactly what was taking her so long. The groom fiddled his thumbs and combed his hair back nervously. Finally, the violinist began a sweet-sounding melody and everyone rose in their seats.

My bags were ready and the only thing left to pack were the food provisions. Who knew what we’d need, especially since my parents were coming too. They always brought enough food to feed an army. I checked the lantern to make sure the batteries worked, and I called Tempest to the car. She wagged her tail happily. She was ready for her first overnight adventure in nature.

Mia wiped sweat from her brow and looked down at the script one last time. She had rehearsed every waking moment and knew she was prepared, but she couldn't help the gnawing feeling in her stomach. Thoughts of doubt raced through her head, but she shoved them aside. She was ready. She walked on stage left, determined to show them just how hard she had worked to get this right.

The buses raced around the neighborhood. They made an unfamiliar sound after the long, blisteringly hot summer. The bustle of kids with their shiny new backpacks put smiles on parents’ faces. The nervous chatter at the bus stop eased some of the tension of the new adventure.

Santiago determined that he was going to have a blast, even if he didn’t know anyone. He stood at the front door and took a deep breathe. Earlier this morning, he’d wrapped his gift in superhero wrapping paper and was sure his cousin would love it. What he doubted was whether anyone else would think the present was cool. He straightened his shoulders and rang the bell. He guessed he would find out soon enough.

Great readers draw conclusions based on hints from the author in a story. When you draw conclusions, you use the information from the passage to make a guess about something. Readers use the author’s hints, or evidence, to support their conclusion.

Directions: Read each passage. Then, draw a conclusion about the story based on the details in the passage. Underline the hints the author gives in the passage.

Where are they?

Where are they going?

What did she rehearse?

What time of year is it?

Why did Santiago have

a present?

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My Favorite Food Pre-WritingName: Date:

In your opinion, what’s the best food to eat for dinner? Give three reasons why it’s the best. Then write a concluding sentence.

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My Favorite FoodName: Date:

Put it all together! Write a paragraph about the best food to eat for dinner.



Mixed Skills Word Study Learning CheckName: Date:

Part 1: NounsDirections: Write the plural form of each noun.

1. child

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4. lunch

5. bike

Part 3: Subject-Verb AgreementDirections: Choose the correct verb form that best completes the sentence.

11. My sister on the track team at her school.

12. The car slowly down the road.

13. Lena and Jade the ball back and forth.

14. Our class quietly at lunch.

15. Third grade teachers all the subjects.

Part 4: Pronoun-Antecedent AgreementDirections: Circle the pronoun and draw an arrow to the noun to which it refers.

16. The boy completed a puzzle at the library while he waited to be picked up.

17. Johnna attended the football game on Saturday with her friends.

18. My family and I played hide-and-go-seek and we had so much fun.

Part 5: PossessivesDirections: Write the correct possessive form for the given phrase.

20. the toys of the baby

21. the teacher of the class

Part 2: VerbsDirections: Write the past tense form of each verb.

6. run

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Multiplication Strategy PracticeUse this resource to practice these three multiplication strategies: Draw It, Repeated Addition, and Skip Counting. As an example, this first exercise has been done for you.

Solve. For each multiplication problem below, use all 3 strategies shown in the example.

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Life Sciences Crossword PuzzleParts of a Flower

Across3. Pollen travels through this tube6. Provides support for the pollen maker7. Contains the egg cells

Down1. Traps pollen2. Reproductive structure found on many plants called a flower or this3. Attracts insects and birds4. Protected the flower bud before it opened5. Makes pollen

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Day 2Reading Read the non�ction text about bears and identify

evidence through color coding.

Writing Identify strong supporting details in a persuasive text.

Grammar Add in the missing punctuation in a popular fable.

MathPractice your multiplication facts!

Answer questions about going to the store using multiplication.

Fun Stu� Find the hidden celestial names in this science word scramble.


Color Coding Nonfiction Text: Bears

Read the nonfiction text and answer the questions that follow. For added fun, choose a di�erent color per question to underline text evidence.

1. Where can black bears be found? Mark your text evidence in purple.

Did you know that black bears do not always have black fur? Black bears can have black,

brown, or even blonde fur.

Black bears are the most common type of bear in North America. They live in forests.

Sometimes they live in other habitats, like mountains and swamps. It is the smallest type of bear

found on the continent.

Black bears mostly live in solitude, or alone. They roam large areas, searching for food in the

summer months. In the winter, they hibernate in their dens. Black bears like to eat berries,

grasses, and insects. They will eat fish and other mammals. Black bears also eat human food

and garbage.

Many think that black bears attack people, but it does not happen very much.

A black bear will try to scare o� danger by standing tall on its back legs. It will

growl and show its teeth to scare away humans and other animals.

2. What do black bears usually like to eat? Mark your text evidence in blue.

3. How does a black bear scare away danger? Mark your text evidence in green.

4. Do black bears live in groups? Mark your text evidence in orange.



Strong and Supportive Details in Opinion Texts: PetsGreat writers include facts and evidence to support ideas in an opinion text.• A fact is a piece of information that can be proven.

Facts are the strongest type of supporting details.• Evidence is any detail used to support a main idea or opinion.

Part 1: Read the text. Circle the two main opinion statements.Then, underline three or more details that support each opinion.

Pets Pets are special animals that humans keep for companionship. Some of the most common types of pets are dogs, cats, and fish. Other popular pets include birds, small mammals, and reptiles. Many people have strong opinions about which animal makes the best pet. Some argue that dogs are better companions. Dogs are often called “man’s best friend.” They help people to get more exercise and fresh air because dogs need to be walked every day. Dogs can be trained to do tricks more easily than other types of pets. They also tend to be loving and friendly, which can help their owners feel happier and make new human friends. On the other hand, many people believe that cats make better pets. Cats can be sweet and cuddly with their owners just like dogs can. A cat’s purr can help lower their owner’s stress levels, making them feel calmer and more content. Additionally, cats don’t need as much training as dogs do. Cats don’t need to be walked outside, but can instead play inside. Cats are also usually cleaner than dogs because cats groom themselves often. Of course, there are people who prefer other types of pets. Small mammals and reptiles might be better for people who don’t have much space in their homes for larger pets. Birds and fish can make better pets for people who may have allergies to animals with fur. No matter what type of animal, pets are an important part of life for many people.

Part 2: Imagine you are writing an opinion paragraph. Choose whether youthink dogs or cats make the best pets. Fill in the blanks below with supporting details from the text above. Be sure to rewrite them in your own words!

Main Idea/Opinion: make the best pets.

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At the Store: Multiplication Word ProblemsDirections: Solve each multiplication word problem with a strategy of your choice. Remember to show your work!

1. Gentry and Kennedy each bought 6 pencilsfrom the school store. What was the total numberof pencils that the friends purchased?

3. Sandy bought 9 animal pencils that cost 8¢each. How much money did she spend?

5. Later, Haniya returned 2 of her pencils that cost7¢ each. How much money did she get back?

7. Bruno bought 6 green pencils that cost 5¢each. How much money did Bruno spend on hispencils?

2. Donica purchased 8 yellow pencils that cost 6¢each. What was the total cost of her pencils?

4. Haniya bought 4 polka dot pencils that eachcost 7¢. How much money did Haniya spend?

6. A teacher, Ms. Wright, bought 5 boxes of pencils.Each box holds 8 pencils. How many pencils didthe teacher buy altogether?

8. Niko bought pencils for each of her 3 friends.She wanted to give each friend 3 pencils. Howmany pencils did she buy?



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Day 3Reading Practice summarizing by reading the fable “The

Man, the Boy, and the Donkey.”

Writing Learn all about how to link ideas with transition words.

Grammar Use context clues to help you �gure out the meaning of unfamiliar words.

Math

Find the missing number using the commutative property.

Find the missing numbers in each multiplication problem to complete the crossword puzzle.

Social StudiesLearn about the services provided by a municipality in a local government.


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Directions: Read the fable, then use details from the story to complete the graphic organizer.

Once, a man and his son were going to the market with their donkey. As they walked, a man passed them and said, “How silly. You are walking that donkey when you could be riding it instead. What is a donkey for but to ride on?”

Hearing this, the man put his boy on the donkey’s back and they went on their way. But soon they passed a group of women, one of whom said, “You should be ashamed of yourself young man. Your father who is older than you should be riding and you should be walking.” Red-faced and embarrassed, the boy jumped down to have his father get up on the donkey.

They hadn’t gone far when they passed a man and a woman, one of whom said to the other,“Doesn’t he know they can both fit on that donkey? His boy doesn’t have to walk this dusty road.”Well, the man didn’t know what to do, but at last he took his son up and sat him down in front of him on the donkey. They reached the town and people began to jeer and point at them. “You’re overloading that poor donkey — you and your son both sitting there. You both look strong! You’d be better o� carrying the donkey yourselves.”

They got o� of the donkey and tried to think what to do. At last they cut down a pole and tied thedonkey’s feet to it. With it tied to the pole like this, they raised the pole to their shoulders and carried the donkey towards the bridge that led to the market. This was di�cult to do.

The townspeople laughed and heckled them so much that the donkey was frightened by everythinggoing on. Its feet slipped loose from the ropes and it fell. Once it got to its feet again it ran away kicking and bucking.

“That will teach you,” said an old man who had followed them. “Try to please everyone and you willplease no one.”

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Linking Ideas with Transition WordsName: Date:

Directions: Based on the other transitions in the passage, choose a good transition word to use in each blank. Circle the best transition and write it on the line.

1. Each winter, my family and I choose a location to visit for a family trip. We love to travel!

_____________________, we think about what activities we could do in each place. We try to �nd First Next

things that we would all enjoy. ______________________, we check out �ights and hotels to see if Also Then

there are any great deals. ____________________, we choose a destination and begin planning Finally However

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2. Exercise is something that people do for physical wellness. _____________________, exerciseFor example In addition

provides bene�ts to our mental health. Exercise is done for many reasons. _____________________, it For example But

helps reduce stress, increase weight loss, and strengthen muscles. Many people enjoy the act of

exercising. _____________________ health bene�t of exercise is that it helps us to sleep better. Sleep,Another Also

healthy food choices, and exercises are all part of a positive lifestyle. _____________________, the And In conclusion

health bene�ts of exercise can improve a person’s life.

3. Imagine a cafeteria in which all students could sit wherever they wanted, regardless of class.

___________________, some students may wish to choose their seats. __________________, some On one hand After On the other hand Also

students may rather have assigned seats. I believe that we should be able to choose our own seats.

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friends. ____________________, school is about both academic learning as well as social learning. Finally To start

____________________, we should pick our own seats. Then To conclude

Why are Linking Words and Phrases important?• They introduce new ideas.• They connect key information (facts and details) in our writing by showing:

• Time order • Compare and Contrast• Examples • Emphasis• Additional information • Conclusions



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Be a Word DetectiveContext clues are words that help you figure out the meaning of an

unfamiliar word. Look before and after the unfamiliar word for context clues!

Directions: Use the context clues in each sentence to help you figure out

the meaning of the underlined word. Then, circle the correct definition.

1. Mr. Secola was frantic when he realized what he had lost.

a. troubled b. excited c. interested

2. The precious gem on his ring must have fallen off during his travels.

a. normal b. expensive c. green

3. Mr. Secola was a frequent traveler, and he went all over the world.

a. lazy b. never c. happening often

4. He saw small cities that were quiet and vast cities filled with people.

a. dark b. large c. small

5. In his attempt to catch the train, his ring fell off his finger.

a. try to do something b. ride a c. climb up

6. He picked up the ring, but did not consider that the gem might have fallen off.

a. warn b. forget c. think about

7. Without the beautiful gem on his ring, Mr. Secola felt melancholy as he wondered if he

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a. sad b. rewarded c. promised

8. Do you think Mr. Secola is capable of finding the missing gem?

a. clumsy b. able to c. smart



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One of the multiplication properties is commutative, which means thatyou can multiply numbers in any order and get the same product.

Julia has four bags of candy. Each bag contains six pieces of candy.Draw the pieces in each bag.

Tommy has six bags of candies. Each bag contains five pieces of candy.Draw the pieces in each bag.

Write the multiplication equations for Julia and Tommyʼs candy using the commutative property.

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Typical Municipal ServicesPoliceFireEmergency Services , such as ambulancesEmergency Management , for hurr icanes and earthquakesPlanning and Zoning , which decides how and where the ci ty wi l l growTransportation , such as buses and subwaysParks and RecreationUti l i t ies , such as electr ic i ty and waterMunicipal Court , which decides cases based on the laws of the ci tyPublic Works , which takes care of streets and sewers, and col lects trashEconomic Development , which encourages tourism and businessTax Col lectionLibraryHousing

In the United States, government is in three main levels: federal , state and local . One type of local government is a municipal i ty. A municipal i ty may be a ci ty, town, or v i l lage. Municipal i t ies are usual ly led by ci ty counci l , which is a group of elected o�cers. The head of the ci ty counci l is the mayor. Many municipal i t ies also havea ci ty manager, who is in charge of the dai ly operat ions of the ci ty.

Municipal i t ies provide services to the ci t izens, such as pol ice protect ion, fire protect ion, and transportat ion. The center of the municipal government is cal led ci ty hal l , which may be one bui lding, or in large ci t ies , many di�erent bui ldings.

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Day 4Reading Learn all about the Harlem Renaissance and

identify the main idea of the text.

WritingAfter reading two short texts on the subject, show o� your opinion writing skills in an essay about Yosemite National Park.

Grammar Determine the meaning of idioms through context clues.

Math

Use the associative property to �nd the missing number.

Find the missing number in each multiplication problem.

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Josephine Baker was a singer, dancer, and actress who emerged during the Harlem Renaissance.

Directions: Read about the Harlem Renaissance.Then complete the graphic organizer below.

The Harlem Renaissance was a major art ist ic and cultural movement in the 1920s and 1930s. It began in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City. During the Harlem Renaissance, many African American writers and art ists produced important pieces of l i terature, music , drama, and art.

An important idea behind the Harlem Renaissance was that African Americans refused to be considered less important than white Americans. They wanted to celebrate and share their African American culture. They wanted to push for civi l and pol it ical r ights.

During the Harlem Renaissance, the American poet Langston Hughes wrote an important poem cal led “Harlem.” The poem famously begins with the l ine, "What happens to a dream deferred?” The poem is about the African American struggle for equal ity and freedom in the United States.

Music was also important during the Harlem Renaissance. Jazz musicians l ike Duke El l ington, El la Fitzgerald, and Bi l l ie Holiday rose to fame during this t ime. The music , books, plays, and thoughts of the Harlem Renaissance st i l l inspire people to this day.

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Opinion Writing Check-UpName: Date:

Directions: Read the two texts and respond to the prompt that follows.

Maybe you are looking for a vacation filled with adventure. Maybe you are looking for a vacation filled with peaceful calmness. Either way, Yosemite National Park is for you! About 4 million people visit this national park each year. Yosemite National Park is found in the Sierra Nevada mountains in California. It is home to amazing landmarks and unique elements of nature. The national park is open year-round for visitors. Though the park spans almost 1,200 miles, visitors spend most of their time in a much smaller part of the park. Yosemite Valley is where most people visit. Activities at Yosemite range from nature walks and hiking to classes about photography, art, and rock climbing. Tourists can participate in stargazing programs and guided tours. Rafting, biking, and horseback riding are also options for those who love outdoor activities. The world’s biggest trees, sequoias, can be found in three large groves at Yosemite. The park is also known for two famous rock formations. They are called El Capitan and Half Dome. Yosemite Falls is one of the world’s tallest waterfalls. These sights draw visitors from all over the world. Yosemite National Park is a great place for nature lovers to visit. With stunning landmarks such as Yosemite Falls and Half Dome, all visitors are sure to be impressed.

In 1864, Abraham Lincoln signed a law that preserved a large section of land. It was the first time in the United States that land had been set aside for the benefit of the people. It officially became a national park in 1890. This area is known as Yosemite National Park. Located in the central Sierra Nevada mountains in California, Yosemite National Park spans about 1,200 miles. It is roughly the same size as the state of Rhode Island. The park is a diverse habitat of a variety of plant and animal species. Yosemite National Park is known by people all over the world. It is recognized for its granite cliffs and large waterfalls. The jaw-dropping, giant sequoia trees invite tourists to come see the unique beauty of nature. The park is also known for its clear streams, lakes, mountains, and glaciers. About 95% of the park is dedicated to wilderness. It has not been touched by humans. When visitors come to Yosemite, they stay in a smaller area called Yosemite Valley. There is a wide range of activities for tourists when they visit. Yosemite National Park is managed by the U.S. National Parks Service. Their job is to make sure the area remains protected. This prevents people from coming in to build on the land. A protected area is also a place where people are not allowed to hunt or drill oil. A protected area allows the plants and animals to thrive in nature.

Prompt:Yosemite National Park is one of America’s most celebrated national parks. Write an opinion essay about why people should visit Yosemite National Park. Use examples from the passages in your explanation.

Your writing will be scored based on the development of ideas, organization of writing, and language conventions of grammar, word choice, and mechanics.

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Opinion Writing Check-UpName: Date:




Figurative Language: IdiomsName: Date:

Directions: Read the sentences below and determine the meaning of the underlined idiom. Write your answer in the box. Then, highlight the clues that helped you determine the meaning of the idiom.

Challenge!Directions: Choose an idiom from above. Draw the literal meaning of the words in the box to the left. Draw the �gurative meaning of the words in the box to the right.

Idiom: __________________________________________________________

An idiom is a saying or expression that has a di�erent meaning than the literal meaning of the words. Idioms have a non-literal, or �gurative meaning.

Example: It is raining cats and dogs!

What it means It is raining very hard.

What it does not mean There are cats and dogs coming out of the sky.

1. The �eld trip permission slip is due today, andI completely forgot. It slipped my mind!

3. There is a snowstorm coming over theweekend, which is exciting. However, I have abirthday party to attend that I’m also excitedabout. I would be bummed if it was canceled. Ihave mixed feelings about the snowstorm.

5. The builders worked from sunrise to sunset onthe hot, summer day to build the house. At6:00pm, they were hungry and exhausted, andthey decided to call it a day.

2. At the sleepover, my friends and I will eatcake, cookies, chips, and candy. I plan to pig out!

4. Basketball tryouts are in December. He hasbeen practicing everyday after school so he hasa shot at making the team this season.

6. After I overheard my best friend talking aboutme, my feelings were hurt. In P.E. class, he askedto be my partner, but I gave him the coldshoulder. I walked away without saying a word.

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MultiplicationIt’s Associative!

One of the multiplication properties is associative, which meansyou can group the factors in a multiplication equation andstill get the same product.

A × (B x C) = (A x B) x C

Find the missing number according to the associative property.

Find the product of these numbers.

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Test your multiplication skills by writing in the correct number to make the problem true.

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Learn about point of view through reading the passage “In Someone Else’s Shoes.”

Writing Learn all about your state through research.

Grammar Show what you know about determining the meaning of unknown words through context clues.

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Use the distributive property to break apart problems with larger numbers to make them easier to solve.

Practice your multiplication facts!

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1. Who is telling the story? How do you know?

2. What is Nina’s opinion about becoming friends with the new girl? How do you know?

3. Nina sees that being the new kid is difficult. How would you feel in that situation?

4. Rewrite the story from Nina’s point of view. (Hint: Be sure to use first-person point of viewwords such as I, me, we, and us as you write the story as if you are Nina.)





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Learn About Your StateLearn about your state by researching answers to the questions below.

1. What state do you live in?Can you circle it on the map?

My state:

2. What is the official bird of your state?

3. What is the official fish of your state?

4. What is the weather like in your state?Is it hot, cold, rainy, humid, dry?

5. What are some popular landmarksor monuments located in your state?Which ones have you visited?

6. Does your state have any state parksor reserves? List the ones that are closeto your home.

7. What is the capital city of your state?

8. Who is the current governorof your state?

9. How many representatives does yourstate have in the House of Representativesin Washington, D.C.?

10. When was your state accepted into the Union?

11. What is the population of your state?

12. Are there any manufactured or agriculturalitems your state is known for? List them below.

13. What does your state’s flag look like?Draw your flag below.



Context Clues Check-UpName: Date:

Directions: Read each passage and answer the question that follows.

1. My grandma and I went shopping to look for oldclocks. She loves to decorate her house with rareitems. My grandma will spend days finding thingsthat no one else has. She tries to find items thatnot many people have ever seen before.

What does the word rare mean as it is used in the passage?

a. kindb. usualc. commond. uncommon

2. When we visited the palace in England, I saw allthe elegant details. There were beautiful paintingson the wall and detailed statues in the hallways.Some of the paintings showed the queen in anattractive dress and fancy crown.

What does the word elegant mean as it is used in the passage?

a. expensive and hard to findb. unique to the royal familyc. fancy and fashionabled. old-fashioned

3. Each state in the country has elections inNovember. My uncle is running for office inOklahoma, but my mom is not a resident there.Since we live in South Dakota, she is not able tovote for him in Oklahoma. She is only allowed tovote in the South Dakota elections.

What does the word resident mean as it is used in the passage?

a. someone who lives in a particular placeb. someone who takes interest in votingc. a chance to vote in all electionsd. a voter

Directions: Read each pair of sentences, paying attention to the context clues. Match each homophone to the correct sentence. Write the word on the line.

1. I waited an entire to receive a grade for my book report.

2. After getting a shot at the doctor, I felt and needed to sit down.

3. He got a in his jeans when he tripped and fell on the sidewalk.

4. The kids at the birthday party ate the cake.

5. The cleaned the rooms at the hotel after the guests left.

6. I a bird feeder to put in our backyard in the spring.

7. I lots of butterflies flying around the park on warm days.

8. We saw crabs and other creatures crawling along the bottom of the .

4. In order to do a science experiment correctly,there is a method to follow. When you follow thesteps, it is clear how you should do the experiment.When you finish, you will have some answers.Then, you can analyze your results and write downwhat you learned from the experiment.

What does the word method mean as it is used in the passage?

a. the scientific ideas of an experimentb. a way of doing somethingc. asking for helpd. completing

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4 × 6 = 8 + 164 × 6 = 24

1. Break one of the factors apart :2. Mult iply:

3. Add the Products:4. Put a box around the final answer:

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We use the distributive property to break apart problems with larger numbers to make them easier to solve.

DIRECTIONS: Solve the following problems using the distributive property ofmultiplication. For added fun, choose two colors to use as you show your work!

8 × 7

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15 × 6

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Multiplication Facts Learning CheckDirections: Solve.

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18. 8× 8

19. 7× 3

20. 10× 1

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22. 8× 7

23. 10× 10

24. 5× 6

25. 10× 4

26. 7× 6

27. 5× 4

28. 8× 6

29. 2× 3

30. 6× 4

31. 4× 8

32. 3× 1

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34. 6× 4

35. 5× 3

36. 2× 8

37. 7× 1

38. 2× 7

39. 9× 3

40. 7× 8

41. 5× 9

42. 8×10

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44. 9× 2

45. 8× 7

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Preparations were set and the violinist was ready. Anxious faces stared at the clock, wondering exactly what was taking her so long. The groom fiddled his thumbs and combed his hair back nervously. Finally, the violinist began a sweet-sounding melody and everyone rose in their seats.

My bags were ready and the only thing left to pack were the food provisions. Who knew what we’d need, especially since my parents were coming too. They always brought enough food to feed an army. I checked the lantern to make sure the batteries worked, and I called Tempest to the car. She wagged her tail happily. She was ready for her first overnight adventure in nature.

Mia wiped sweat from her brow and looked down at the script one last time. She had rehearsed every waking moment and knew she was prepared, but she couldn't help the gnawing feeling in her stomach. Thoughts of doubt raced through her head, but she shoved them aside. She was ready. She walked on stage left, determined to show them just how hard she had worked to get this right.

The buses raced around the neighborhood. They made an unfamiliar sound after the long, blisteringly hot summer. The bustle of kids with their shiny new backpacks put smiles on parents’ faces. The nervous chatter at the bus stop eased some of the tension of the new adventure.

Santiago determined that he was going to have a blast, even if he didn’t know anyone. He stood at the front door and took a deep breathe. Earlier this morning, he’d wrapped his gift in superhero wrapping paper and was sure his cousin would love it. What he doubted was whether anyone else would think the present was cool. He straightened his shoulders and rang the bell. He guessed he would find out soon enough.

Great readers draw conclusions based on hints from the author in a story. When you draw conclusions, you use the information from the passage to make a guess about something. Readers use the author’s hints, or evidence, to support their conclusion.

Directions: Read each passage. Then, draw a conclusion about the story based on the details in the passage. Underline the hints the author gives in the passage.

Where are they?

Where are they going?

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What time of year is it?

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They‛re at a wedding.

They‛re going camping.

She rehearsed a play or some kind of performance.

This is the beginning of the school year.

He has a present to give to his cousin. It could be a birthday party.


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Mixed Skills Word Study Learning CheckName: Date:

Part 1: NounsDirections: Write the plural form of each noun.

1. child

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4. lunch

5. bike

Part 3: Subject-Verb AgreementDirections: Choose the correct verb form that best completes the sentence.

11. My sister on the track team at her school.

12. The car slowly down the road.

13. Lena and Jade the ball back and forth.

14. Our class quietly at lunch.

15. Third grade teachers all the subjects.

Part 4: Pronoun-Antecedent AgreementDirections: Circle the pronoun and draw an arrow to the noun to which it refers.

16. The boy completed a puzzle at the library while he waited to be picked up.

17. Johnna attended the football game on Saturday with her friends.

18. My family and I played hide-and-go-seek and we had so much fun.

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20. the toys of the baby

21. the teacher of the class

Part 2: VerbsDirections: Write the past tense form of each verb.

6. run

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Multiplication Strategy Practice

Use this resource to practice these three multiplication strategies: Draw It, Repeated Addition, and Skip Counting. As an example, this first exercise has been done for you.

Solve. For each multiplication problem below, use all 3 strategies shown in the example.



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Read the nonfiction text and answer the questions that follow. For added fun, choose a di�erent color per question to underline text evidence.

1. Where can black bears be found? Mark your text evidence in purple.

Did you know that black bears do not always have black fur? Black bears can have black,

brown, or even blonde fur.

Black bears are the most common type of bear in North America. They live in forests.

Sometimes they live in other habitats, like mountains and swamps. It is the smallest type of bear

found on the continent.

Black bears mostly live in solitude, or alone. They roam large areas, searching for food in the

summer months. In the winter, they hibernate in their dens. Black bears like to eat berries,

grasses, and insects. They will eat fish and other mammals. Black bears also eat human food

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Many think that black bears attack people, but it does not happen very much.

A black bear will try to scare o� danger by standing tall on its back legs. It will

growl and show its teeth to scare away humans and other animals.

2. What do black bears usually like to eat? Mark your text evidence in blue.

3. How does a black bear scare away danger? Mark your text evidence in green.

4. Do black bears live in groups? Mark your text evidence in orange.

Black bears can be found in North America in forests,

mountains, and swamps.

Black bears like to eat grasses, roots, berries, fish, and mammals.

A black bear scares away danger by standing on its back legs,

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Black bears do not live in groups.

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Great writers include facts and evidence to support ideas in an opinion text.• A fact is a piece of information that can be proven.

Facts are the strongest type of supporting details.• Evidence is any detail used to support a main idea or opinion.

Part 1: Read the text. Circle the two main opinion statements.Then, underline three or more details that support each opinion.

Pets Pets are special animals that humans keep for companionship. Some of the most common types of pets are dogs, cats, and fish. Other popular pets include birds, small mammals, and reptiles. Many people have strong opinions about which animal makes the best pet. Some argue that dogs are better companions. Dogs are often called “man’s best friend.” They help people to get more exercise and fresh air because dogs need to be walked every day. Dogs can be trained to do tricks more easily than other types of pets. They also tend to be loving and friendly, which can help their owners feel happier and make new human friends. On the other hand, many people believe that cats make better pets. Cats can be sweet and cuddly with their owners just like dogs can. A cat’s purr can help lower their owner’s stress levels, making them feel calmer and more content. Additionally, cats don’t need as much training as dogs do. Cats don’t need to be walked outside, but can instead play inside. Cats are also usually cleaner than dogs because cats groom themselves often. Of course, there are people who prefer other types of pets. Small mammals and reptiles might be better for people who don’t have much space in their homes for larger pets. Birds and fish can make better pets for people who may have allergies to animals with fur. No matter what type of animal, pets are an important part of life for many people.

Part 2: Imagine you are writing an opinion paragraph. Choose whether youthink dogs or cats make the best pets. Fill in the blanks below with supporting details from the text above. Be sure to rewrite them in your own words!

Main Idea/Opinion: make the best pets.

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1. Gentry and Kennedy each bought 6 pencilsfrom the school store. What was the total numberof pencils that the friends purchased?

3. Sandy bought 9 animal pencils that cost 8¢each. How much money did she spend?

5. Later, Haniya returned 2 of her pencils that cost7¢ each. How much money did she get back?

7. Bruno bought 6 green pencils that cost 5¢each. How much money did Bruno spend on hispencils?

2. Donica purchased 8 yellow pencils that cost 6¢each. What was the total cost of her pencils?

4. Haniya bought 4 polka dot pencils that eachcost 7¢. How much money did Haniya spend?

6. A teacher, Ms. Wright, bought 5 boxes of pencils.Each box holds 8 pencils. How many pencils didthe teacher buy altogether?

8. Niko bought pencils for each of her 3 friends.She wanted to give each friend 3 pencils. Howmany pencils did she buy?

6 x 2 = 12 pencils

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6 x 5 = 30¢

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5 x 8 = 40 pencils

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Directions: Read the fable, then use details from the story to complete the graphic organizer.

Once, a man and his son were going to the market with their donkey. As they walked, a man passed them and said, “How silly. You are walking that donkey when you could be riding it instead. What is a donkey for but to ride on?”

Hearing this, the man put his boy on the donkey’s back and they went on their way. But soon they passed a group of women, one of whom said, “You should be ashamed of yourself young man. Your father who is older than you should be riding and you should be walking.” Red-faced and embarrassed, the boy jumped down to have his father get up on the donkey.

They hadn’t gone far when they passed a man and a woman, one of whom said to the other,“Doesn’t he know they can both fit on that donkey? His boy doesn’t have to walk this dusty road.”Well, the man didn’t know what to do, but at last he took his son up and sat him down in front of him on the donkey. They reached the town and people began to jeer and point at them. “You’re overloading that poor donkey — you and your son both sitting there. You both look strong! You’d be better o� carrying the donkey yourselves.”

They got o� of the donkey and tried to think what to do. At last they cut down a pole and tied thedonkey’s feet to it. With it tied to the pole like this, they raised the pole to their shoulders and carried the donkey towards the bridge that led to the market. This was di�cult to do.

The townspeople laughed and heckled them so much that the donkey was frightened by everythinggoing on. Its feet slipped loose from the ropes and it fell. Once it got to its feet again it ran away kicking and bucking.

“That will teach you,” said an old man who had followed them. “Try to please everyone and you willplease no one.”

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What is the main theme or lesson of the story? Try to write it in your own words.

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The man and his son.

They want togo to the marketwith their donkey.

People keeptelling them different opinions (the man should ride, the boyshould ride, theyboth should ride, they shouldcarry the donkey)

The man and his son listen to what everyone tells hem and they try to please everyone.

The donkey got scared and ran away.

Students should attempt to rephrase the moral from the text: “Try to please everyone and you will please no one.” Ex: If you try to make everyone happy, no one will be happy in the end.



Linking Ideas with Transition WordsName: Date:

Directions: Based on the other transitions in the passage, choose a good transition word to use in each blank. Circle the best transition and write it on the line.

1. Each winter, my family and I choose a location to visit for a family trip. We love to travel!

_____________________, we think about what activities we could do in each place. We try to �nd First Next

things that we would all enjoy. ______________________, we check out �ights and hotels to see if Also Then

there are any great deals. ____________________, we choose a destination and begin planning Finally However

speci�c details.

2. Exercise is something that people do for physical wellness. _____________________, exerciseFor example In addition

provides bene�ts to our mental health. Exercise is done for many reasons. _____________________, it For example But

helps reduce stress, increase weight loss, and strengthen muscles. Many people enjoy the act of

exercising. _____________________ health bene�t of exercise is that it helps us to sleep better. Sleep,Another Also

healthy food choices, and exercises are all part of a positive lifestyle. _____________________, the And In conclusion

health bene�ts of exercise can improve a person’s life.

3. Imagine a cafeteria in which all students could sit wherever they wanted, regardless of class.

___________________, some students may wish to choose their seats. __________________, some On one hand After On the other hand Also

students may rather have assigned seats. I believe that we should be able to choose our own seats.

____________________, students would be able to talk to their friends at lunch instead of during theAs a result To begin

teacher’s lesson. ____________________, choosing seats at lunch would allow students to make new In conclusion Also

friends. ____________________, school is about both academic learning as well as social learning. Finally To start

____________________, we should pick our own seats. Then To conclude

Why are Linking Words and Phrases important?• They introduce new ideas.• They connect key information (facts and details) in our writing by showing:

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Be a Word DetectiveContext clues are words that help you figure out the meaning of an

unfamiliar word. Look before and after the unfamiliar word for context clues!

Directions: Use the context clues in each sentence to help you figure out

the meaning of the underlined word. Then, circle the correct definition.

1. Mr. Secola was frantic when he realized what he had lost.

a. troubled b. excited c. interested

2. The precious gem on his ring must have fallen off during his travels.

a. normal b. expensive c. green

3. Mr. Secola was a frequent traveler, and he went all over the world.

a. lazy b. never c. happening often

4. He saw small cities that were quiet and vast cities filled with people.

a. dark b. large c. small

5. In his attempt to catch the train, his ring fell off his finger.

a. try to do something b. ride a c. climb up

6. He picked up the ring, but did not consider that the gem might have fallen off.

a. warn b. forget c. think about

7. Without the beautiful gem on his ring, Mr. Secola felt melancholy as he wondered if he

would ever find it.

a. sad b. rewarded c. promised

8. Do you think Mr. Secola is capable of finding the missing gem?

a. clumsy b. able to c. smart

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One of the multiplication properties is commutative, which means thatyou can multiply numbers in any order and get the same product.

Find the missing number in the equations following the commutative property rule. Then answer the questions below.

Julia has four bags of candy. Each bag contains six pieces of candy.Draw the pieces in each bag.

Tommy has six bags of candies. Each bag contains five pieces of candy.Draw the pieces in each bag.

Write the multiplication equations for Julia and Tommyʼs candy using the commutative property.

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How many pieces does Julia have?

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Typical Municipal ServicesPoliceFireEmergency Services , such as ambulancesEmergency Management , for hurr icanes and earthquakesPlanning and Zoning , which decides how and where the ci ty wi l l growTransportation , such as buses and subwaysParks and RecreationUti l i t ies , such as electr ic i ty and waterMunicipal Court , which decides cases based on the laws of the ci tyPublic Works , which takes care of streets and sewers, and col lects trashEconomic Development , which encourages tourism and businessTax Col lectionLibraryHousing

Municipal Word SearchLocate and circ le each of these words in the puzzle. Words can go up, down, backwards or diagonal ly.

municipalmayorcounci lpol ice

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Q&AWho is the head of the city council? What is the center of municipal government?

What does economic development encourage? Which service decides how the city will grow?

In the United States, government is in three main levels: federal , state and local . One type of local government is a municipal i ty. A municipal i ty may be a ci ty, town, or v i l lage. Municipal i t ies are usual ly led by ci ty counci l , which is a group of elected o�cers. The head of the ci ty counci l is the mayor. Many municipal i t ies also havea ci ty manager, who is in charge of the dai ly operat ions of the ci ty.

Municipal i t ies provide services to the ci t izens, such as pol ice protect ion, fire protect ion, and transportat ion. The center of the municipal government is cal led ci ty hal l , which may be one bui lding, or in large ci t ies , many di�erent bui ldings.

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the mayor city hall

business and tourism planning and zoning

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Josephine Baker was a singer, dancer, and actress who emerged during the Harlem Renaissance.

Directions: Read about the Harlem Renaissance.Then complete the graphic organizer below.

The Harlem Renaissance was a major art ist ic and cultural movement in the 1920s and 1930s. It began in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City. During the Harlem Renaissance, many African American writers and art ists produced important pieces of l i terature, music , drama, and art.

An important idea behind the Harlem Renaissance was that African Americans refused to be considered less important than white Americans. They wanted to celebrate and share their African American culture. They wanted to push for civi l and pol it ical r ights.

During the Harlem Renaissance, the American poet Langston Hughes wrote an important poem cal led “Harlem.” The poem famously begins with the l ine, "What happens to a dream deferred?” The poem is about the African American struggle for equal ity and freedom in the United States.

Music was also important during the Harlem Renaissance. Jazz musicians l ike Duke El l ington, El la Fitzgerald, and Bi l l ie Holiday rose to fame during this t ime. The music , books, plays, and thoughts of the Harlem Renaissance st i l l inspire people to this day.

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During the Harlem Renaissance, many famous artists

created pieces of writing and art to

tell about the African American experience and push for rights.

The author says that artists wanted to share their culture in paragraph 2. This detail supports the idea that artists wanted to share information.

The text says the time period produced famous jazz artists, like Billie Holiday, and writers

like Langston Hughes. This detail supports the

idea that there were many famous artists.

The author mentions that the Langston Hughes poem is famous. The poem describes the wish for African American people to have freedoms and to be treated equally. This detail supports the idea of sharing their African American experience and pushing for rights.

The title of the text is “Ideas of the Harlem Renaissance,”

so the main idea will have to be about that period.

Student answers will vary but may include:

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Figurative Language: IdiomsName: Date:

Directions: Read the sentences below and determine the meaning of the underlined idiom. Write your answer in the box. Then, highlight the clues that helped you determine the meaning of the idiom.

Challenge!Directions: Choose an idiom from above. Draw the literal meaning of the words in the box to the left. Draw the �gurative meaning of the words in the box to the right.

Idiom: __________________________________________________________

An idiom is a saying or expression that has a di�erent meaning than the literal meaning of the words. Idioms have a non-literal, or �gurative meaning.

Example: It is raining cats and dogs!

What it means It is raining very hard.

What it does not mean There are cats and dogs coming out of the sky.

1. The �eld trip permission slip is due today, andI completely forgot. It slipped my mind!

3. There is a snowstorm coming over theweekend, which is exciting. However, I have abirthday party to attend that I’m also excitedabout. I would be bummed if it was canceled. Ihave mixed feelings about the snowstorm.

5. The builders worked from sunrise to sunset onthe hot, summer day to build the house. At6:00pm, they were hungry and exhausted, andthey decided to call it a day.

2. At the sleepover, my friends and I will eatcake, cookies, chips, and candy. I plan to pig out!

4. Basketball tryouts are in December. He hasbeen practicing everyday after school so he hasa shot at making the team this season.

6. After I overheard my best friend talking aboutme, my feelings were hurt. In P.E. class, he askedto be my partner, but I gave him the coldshoulder. I walked away without saying a word.

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I forgot. Eat a lot.

Unsure about how you feel. Has a chance to do something.

Time to quit. To ignore someone.


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Math

MultiplicationIt’s Associative!

One of the multiplication properties is associative, which meansyou can group the factors in a multiplication equation andstill get the same product.

A × (B x C) = (A x B) x C

Find the missing number according to the associative property.

Find the product of these numbers.

4 x (3 x 2) = (4 x 3) x

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Test your multiplication skills by writing in the correct number to make the problem true.

8 x = 40 6 x = 18 5 x = 55

4 x = 16 9 x = 36 7 x = 21

2 x = 18 4 x = 20 3 x = 27

10 x = 100 9 x = 63 8 x = 56

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Name: _______________________________ Date: ______________________Answer Key

3. Nina sees that being the new kid is difficult. How would you feel in that situation?

4. Rewrite the story from Nina’s point of view. (Hint: Be sure to use first-person point of viewwords such as I, me, we, and us as you write the story as if you are Nina.)




1. Who is telling the story? How do you know?A narrator is telling the story. I can tell that the person telling the story is not actuallya character in the story. h ere are key words such as she and they.

2.What is Nina’s opinion about becoming friends with the new girl? How do youknow?Nina is excited to befriend the new girl. She couldn’t wait until lunch so she

could meet her and maybe make a new friend.




Context Clues Check-UpName: Date:

Directions: Read each passage and answer the question that follows.

1. My grandma and I went shopping to look for oldclocks. She loves to decorate her house with rareitems. My grandma will spend days finding thingsthat no one else has. She tries to find items thatnot many people have ever seen before.

What does the word rare mean as it is used in the passage?

a. kindb. usualc. commond. uncommon

2. When we visited the palace in England, I saw allthe elegant details. There were beautiful paintingson the wall and detailed statues in the hallways.Some of the paintings showed the queen in anattractive dress and fancy crown.

What does the word elegant mean as it is used in the passage?

a. expensive and hard to findb. unique to the royal familyc. fancy and fashionabled. old-fashioned

3. Each state in the country has elections inNovember. My uncle is running for office inOklahoma, but my mom is not a resident there.Since we live in South Dakota, she is not able tovote for him in Oklahoma. She is only allowed tovote in the South Dakota elections.

What does the word resident mean as it is used in the passage?

a. someone who lives in a particular placeb. someone who takes interest in votingc. a chance to vote in all electionsd. a voter

Directions: Read each pair of sentences, paying attention to the context clues. Match each homophone to the correct sentence. Write the word on the line.

1. I waited an entire to receive a grade for my book report.

2. After getting a shot at the doctor, I felt and needed to sit down.

3. He got a in his jeans when he tripped and fell on the sidewalk.

4. The kids at the birthday party ate the cake.

5. The cleaned the rooms at the hotel after the guests left.

6. I a bird feeder to put in our backyard in the spring.

7. I lots of butterflies flying around the park on warm days.

8. We saw crabs and other creatures crawling along the bottom of the .

4. In order to do a science experiment correctly,there is a method to follow. When you follow thesteps, it is clear how you should do the experiment.When you finish, you will have some answers.Then, you can analyze your results and write downwhat you learned from the experiment.

What does the word method mean as it is used in the passage?

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4 x 64 × 6 = ( 4 × 2 ) + ( 4 × 4 )

4 × 6 = 8 + 164 × 6 = 24

1. Break one of the factors apart :2. Mult iply:

3. Add the Products:4. Put a box around the final answer:

Name Date

Distributive Proper tyof Mult iplication

We use the distributive property to break apart problems with larger numbers to make them easier to solve.

DIRECTIONS: Solve the following problems using the distributive property ofmultiplication. For added fun, choose two colors to use as you show your work!

8 × 78 x 7 = (4 x 7) + (4 x 7)

8 x 7 = 28 + 28

8 x 7 = 56

9 × 59 x 5 = (4 x 5) + (5 x 5)

9 x 5 = 20 + 25

9 x 5 = 45

15 × 615 x 6 = (5 x 6) + (10 x 6)

15 x 6 = 30 + 60

15 x 6 = 90

9 × 69 x 6 = (4 x 6) + (5 x 6)

9 x 6 = 24 + 30

9 x 6 = 54

13 × 313 x 3 = (5 x 3) + (8 x 3)

13 x 3 = 15 + 24

13 x 3 = 39

12 × 312 x 3 = (6 x 3) + (6 x 3)

12 x 3 = 18 + 18

12 x 3 = 36

14 × 814 x 8 = (10 x 8) + (4 x 8)

14 x 8 = 80 + 32

14 x 8 = 112

7 × 117 x 11 = (7 x 5) + (7 x 6)

7 x 11 = 35 + 42

7 x 11 = 77

7 × 97 x 9 = (2 x 9) + (5 x 9)

7 x 9 = 18 + 45

7 x 9 = 63

8 × 98 x 9 = (8 x 4) + (8 x 5)

8 x 9 = 32 + 40

8 x 9 = 72

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Multiplication Facts Learning CheckDirections: Solve.

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