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Children will discuss what makes a kite stay in the air.
wind, engineering
key details, vocabulary, writing, text evidence
logic puzzles
gravity, lift, soar, balanced, symmetrical
RI.2.1 key details; RI.2.2 identify the main topic; RI.2.4 determine meanings of words; RI.2.5 use text features; RI.2.10 read informational texts; W.2.2 write informative texts; SL.2.1 collaborative conversations; SL.2.3 ask and answer questions
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Provide students with some background on kites.
Build background knowledge (10 min.)
Watch our video “The Secrets to Kite Flying.” After children have finished watching the video, discuss the following:
Set a purpose for reading (5 min.)
Read together (20 min.)
Pass out the Read and Think skill sheet. Use it to check comprehension as you read the issue together, pausing to ask the questions.
Review vocabulary (3 min.)
Next, play the online vocabulary slideshow. This issue’s featured terms are gravity, lift, soar, balanced, and symmetrical.
Assessment (15 min.)
Pass out the Reading Quiz to review key concepts from the issue and assess students’ proficiency on key nonfiction reading skills.
You can use our printable worksheets to focus on ELA skills. Here’s how.
ELA Focus: Vocabulary (15 min.)
Editor’s Pick: Informative Writing/Text Evidence (15 min.)
Here is a past issue you can use to extend your lesson on windy weather:
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