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  • Phrases
    • The breakfast were cooked quick
    • He were excited to watch the thanksgiving parade
    • The kids were monkeys on the jungle gym
  • Sentences
    • They were painting the front door.
    • Inferencing Opportunity: Who were the strongest animals millions of years ago?
    • They were not interested in going to the concert.
    • I thought you were no, I knew you weren't feeling well.
    • What would you do if you woke up and saw 50 presents under the tree and they were all for you (none for your brother/sister)?
    • Although we had brought umbrellas, we were still drenched by the sudden rainstorm.
    • They were sleeping when the alarm went off.
    • The wind was howling, but the trees were still standing.
    • It seemed like you were not interested in buying the product.
    • What do you think they were thankful for?
    • Richard relished raspberries on his breakfast roll, but didn't realize they were his rabbit's favorite treat!
    • Were there Peeps in your Easter basket?
    • The rolling hills were ___.
    • The red and white lights indicate the cars were ___.
    • In the dead of winter, the plants were not growing.
    • What would you do if you were Kiki?
    • Despite the worries that come with starting a new grade, the third graders were excited to show off their knowledge.
    • Talk about a time you were scared.
    • We were going to see our friend, Jack.
    • They were trimming the tree when we arrived.
    • You were supposed to bring me a snack.
    • The ripples were ___.
    • After the blizzard, there were icicles and everything was frozen.
    • There were 7 Kinara candles for the 7 Kwanzaa principles.
    • Were you able to pick up the milk from the store?
    • There were several ___ trees in the forest.
    • The clouds were ___ but there was a glimmer of light.
    • What would you do if you woke up and saw 50 presents under the tree but they were all for your brother/sister?
    • Santa and his elves were busy making presents at the North Pole when suddenly there was an explosion....
    • The pencils were sharpened until they were ___.
    • You were very responsible and smart to pick the clean snow.
    • We were not excited to eat our vegetables.
    • Who were the first people to celebrate Thanksgiving in America?
    • Last week we were painting the house.
    • Although temperatures were unseasonably cold, the third graders managed to brave the outdoors for their morning recess.
    • 6. The Pilgrims were the first Europeans to celebrate Thanksgiving.
    • The clouds were ___ in the sky.
    • The sun was shining brightly, and the birds were singing.
    • The palm trees were ___.
    • Despite the long day and the challenging tasks the third graders faced, they were excited to show off their projects at the science fair.
    • What were Robo and Kiki playing?
    • They were late to the party.
    • They were painting the front door while I was cooking dinner.
    • Point to the really hot mountain and tell me about a time when you were really hot.
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    • Past progressive tense denotes actions in the past that had a duration. It uses the "to be" verb "was/were" and ends the main verb in "-ing." The tense commonly denotes a duration, an interrupted action, or actions that took place at the same time.
    • What were Robo and Kiki playing? Hide and go seek.
    • The family had been camping and fishing all day, and they were all hungry. They gathered sticks and started a fire to make s'mores. The parents lit the fire, and the kids gathered the ingredients. They put the chocolate and the marshmallows on the sticks, and they roasted them over the fire. When they were done, they put them in their mouths and enjoyed the sweet, gooey goodness. It was a fun day, and they all enjoyed themselves.
    • As I got older, I realized that there were other people in the world and that my actions affected them. I started to think about the consequences of my choices and how they would affect other people.
    • Rudolf, Dancer, and Prancer were playing tag outside of Santa's workshop. Comet and Cupid were mad that Rudolf didn't ask them to play....
    • The Christmas Party was fun. I saw the Nutcracker ballet that night, so I was running late. Nevertheless, they were still trimming the tree when we arrived. He was hanging mistletoe (with care) beside a beautiful red poinsettia. The tinsel icicles made a mess last year, so they used tinsel garland this year. We brought some Frankincense incense that we bought online. I tried the eggnog latte and the gingerbread. He ate the head on the gingerbread person! The nativity scene at the house was elaborate. This was a December to remember.
    • We hear a lot about Christmas in December, but some families celebrate Kwanzaa or Hanukkah instead. I have been to a Kwanzaa celebration. There were 7 kinara candles for the 7 Kwanzaa principles. Most celebrations have lighting traditions. For instance, a Hanukkah menorah has 9 candles. I know a few Hanukkah traditions. My grandma makes delicious potato latkes. Do you know the song about the spinning dreidel? I like to learn about different December traditions, but I hope I never see Krampus with his horns. Let’s hope Krampus isn’t real.
    • The next year, the Wampanoag, a Native American tribe, taught the colonists how to grow crops. The Native Americans taught the pilgrims or colonists what food grows well in the area including potatoes, corn, tomatoes, cacao, peppers, papaya, pumpkin, and avocados. Once the crops were ready to be harvested in the fall, they had a feast for 3 days to celebrate the good harvest. This is considered to be the first Thanksgiving.
    • I woke up to another day. The sun was shining and the birds were singing. I got out of bed and started my day. I decided to go for a walk. The fresh air felt good. I saw a squirrel and I started to chase it. I ran so fast that I got a stitch in my side. I quickly stopped and caught my breath. As I was catching my breath, I saw my friend Sally on the swings at the nearby playground. She had her dog with her. As I approached her, she also saw the squirrel run up in the tree, and her dog began to bark. We was so close, but couldn't catch it. I laughed with Sally and we went home to grab snacks and lemonade to talk about our adventure.
    • I love the chocolate eggs you find at Easter. Were there Peeps in your Easter basket? I had peeps and pastel-colored M&M’s. My mom thinks pastel colors are beautiful.
    • Once upon a time, there was a kingdom where the people were ruled by a fair and just queen. The queen had a son who was the apple of her eye, and she loved him more than anything in the world. However, the queen soon fell ill and died. Her son was heartbroken and mourned her death for many years. One day, he decided to go on a journey to find a cure for his sadness. He traveled to many different countries and met many people, but he still could not find a way to heal his broken heart. Finally, he came to a kingdom where the people were ruled by a wicked queen. The queen was very mean to her subjects and made them do all the hard work. The prince was so tired of being treated badly that he decided to stay in the kingdom and overthrow the queen. He took control of the kingdom and made it a place where the people were treated fairly and with respect. Finally, he was able to heal his broken heart and live happily ever after.
    • The family had been camping and fishing all day and were hungry. So, they gathered sticks and started a campfire to make s'mores. The parents lit the fire, and the kids gathered ingredients. They put the chocolate and marshmallows on the sticks and roasted them over the fire. Also, they boiled the water in a kettle. When they were done, they enjoyed the sweet, gooey goodness. It was a fun day at the campsite.
    • The first few days were wonderful, but by the third week, Lynn was getting a little antsy. She had read all of the books she had brought with her, and her friends were busy with their own lives. Lynn didn't want to be a bother, so she spent most of her time alone.
    • An American businessperson was at the pier of a small coastal Mexican village when a small boat with just one fisher docked. Inside the small boat were several large yellowfin tunas. The American complimented the Mexican on the quality of his fish and asked how long it took to catch them. The Mexican replied, that it only took a little while. The American then asked why he did not stay out longer and catch more fish. The Mexican said he had enough to support his family's immediate needs. 
    • There was a faint cool breeze that rustled through the forest. The warmth of the bonfire was felt by the group and the light from the fire, full moon, and the stars provided light. The smell of chocolate, smoke, and pine was in the air. There were the sounds of the crackling of the wood on the fire and the crunching of s’mores. The nights were beginning to get longer, and the leaves were changing to beautiful hues of red, yellow, and orange as they fell. After some time around the bonfire, it was time for the storytelling to occur.
    • In 1920, a group of people known as colonists traveled to America by boat, known as the Mayflower. They arrived during winter with little to no food. There were no grocery stores and the people had to grow their own food and hunt. Only half of the people lived through the dangerous winter.
    • Do you like amusement parks? Well I sure do. To amuse myself I went twice last spring. My most memorable moment was riding on the Caterpillar which is a gigantic rollercoaster high above the ground. When I saw how high the Caterpillar rose into the bright blue sky, I knew it was for me. After waiting in line for thirty minutes I made it to the front where the man measured my height to see if I was tall enough. I gave the man my coins asked for change and jumped on the cart. Tick tick tick the Caterpillar climbed slowly up the tracks. It went so high I could see the parking lot. Boy was I scared. I thought to myself there's no turning back now. People were so scared they screamed as we swiftly zoomed fast fast and faster along the tracks. As quickly as it started the Caterpillar came to a stop. Unfortunately, it was time to pack the car and drive home. That night I dreamt of the wild ride on the Caterpillar. Taking a trip to the amusement park and riding on the Caterpillar was my most memorable moment ever!
    • My family and friends were coming to visit for the holiday that occurs every November in the fall. My mom and dad spent all day cooking and cleaning. The food was going to be finished a little after everyone arrived. Everyone was arriving around dusk to celebrate together. Just as everyone arrived, there was heavy rain and lightning. Suddenly everything went dark in the house. When my mom checked the food in the oven, the food had not finished cooking. We got out all of our candles and flashlights then started playing card games as my mom called many restaurants to see if she could order food. We ended up sharing what we were thankful for as we ate pizza together. It was a holiday I will always remember!
    • Once upon a time, I was playing on the playground with my friends. We were all having fun when one of my friends started being mean to me. She would push me, call me names, and steal my toys. I was so sad and didn't know what to do.
    • The morning of the party, Kara checked the ivitation again to make sure she would be at the right place at the right time. She didn't want to show up late! Before she left, she pulled on her coat and boots and told her mom she would be home before the street lights turned on. When she got to the party, she found her friends waiting at the ticket booth, shivering. Kara looked out at the ice and was instantly glad she brought her coat! Once they paid, the employee asked "What size do you need?". Kara sat down to put on her rented footwear. She was glad the blades were sharp, because dull blades could make you slip on the ice when you rounded the rink. Kara and her friends had a blast, and they made sure to sing to Jamie before the night was over.
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  • Paragraphs
    • In the movie Star Wars, the characters say, “May the Force Be with You.” Since “May the 4th" sounds like “May the Force,” the 4th of May is considered to be Star Wars Day.
• this
  • Phrases
    • This game is just like a maze
    • This is hard
    • This was easy
    • The solution to this puzzle
    • First: "This is an emergency,"
    • The next dot in this sequence
  • Sentences
    • they is caroling this year.
    • Do you think oranges grow in the city in this picture?
    • 14. What could the title of this story be?
    • The Mexican fisher asked, "But señor, how long will this all take?" 
    • This flower is pretty.
    • When did this story take place?
    • What color is the ceiling in this room?
    • I read a new book this summer.
    • Why do you think an airplane was used on this page?
    • The crew chief shows him a sleek new feature, "This little button on the steering wheel is called 'push-to-pass.' It gives you a 50 horsepower boost to pass cars. You can only press it 2 times per race so use it wisely."
    • This sentence contains exactly threee erors. 
    • This is my answer.
    • What food do you think they cooked for this holiday?
    • Name something different than this item.
    • Talking was really easy for this morning, but that doesn't count.
    • Many countries around the world celebrate this day with different traditions.
    • This house is ours after we sign the paperwork.
    • Name a category associated with this item.
    • When is this activity done?
    • Kiki will make everyone breakfast this morning.
    • Josef thinks this is just what he needs to find more speed for qualifying.
    • They are caroling this year.
    • I am asking for a new bike this year.
    • We are going to have to put our thinking caps on to solve this problem.
    • When it snowed for the 10th day this month, I was reminded of the expression, “March: In like a lion, out like a lamb.”
    • I is asking four a new bike this year.
    • This area is designated for women.
    • We will do this together.
    • To this day, she says she saw a sasquatch.
    • What was the problem in this story?
    • This is a list of Dragon-type Pokémon.
    • What was the setting in this story?
    • Name something like this item.
    • 9. What season did this party take place in?
    • To this day, he says he saw a real werewolf.
    • Even though the third graders have to take more difficult tests this year, they remain determined to do their best.
    • This is not an emergency.
    • Name a category this item is part of.
    • You make an action - This causes the toy to do something - Your behavior can change the effect.
    • Do you recognize this book?
    • When is Easter this year?
    • The Sturgeon Moon is named after the Sturgeon because this giant fish is most active in August.
    • Hello, this is the library.
    • Although summer vacation was cut short this year, my third graders had fun playing a friendly game of tag at recess.
    • Where does this belong?
    • This was a December to remember.
    • What is NOT land on this page?
    • The tinsel icicles made a mess last year, so we used tinsel garland this year.
    • Who is this story about?
    • Why will this be a holiday to always remember?
    • I am new to this pool, but it looks like a lot of fun!
    • You will love this.
  • Paragraphs
    • Do you celebrate Thanksgiving? I celebrate it with my family. We will have a turkey with all the trimmings. This year, we are going to my grandparents’ house. We will use three modes of transportation to get to Grandma’s house.
    • What gift(s) do you want this year? Why?
    • The weather in March can be unpredictable. The month often begins with bad weather but finishes with better weather. This could also mean something wild and unpredictable will eventually calm down.
    • What does it say on the page? Do you think the people on this page are hot or cold? Do you think they are staying warm?
    • It is the season after fall, starts in December and ends in March, and it usually snows in this season. What is it?
    • The Christmas Party was fun. I saw the Nutcracker ballet that night, so I was running late. Nevertheless, they were still trimming the tree when we arrived. He was hanging mistletoe (with care) beside a beautiful red poinsettia. The tinsel icicles made a mess last year, so they used tinsel garland this year. We brought some Frankincense incense that we bought online. I tried the eggnog latte and the gingerbread. He ate the head on the gingerbread person! The nativity scene at the house was elaborate. This was a December to remember.
    • Into the woods he roamed, searching to complete his mission. It was a dragon rumored to watch over these woods. After hours of searching and setting traps, the hunter finally found something. Below the tallest tree in the forest, sat an injured dragon protecting her nest of eggs. The dragon could not retreat nor fight. It was not the hunter who injured this dragon. That remained to be unknown. Cruelty was not the way of this hunter. Instead of attacking the injured beast, he worked all day repairing the dragon’s wounds. The hunter would spend the next few weeks ensuring no harm came to the dragon or her nest. After the hatching of the eggs, the dragon and her offspring left the forest, returning often to visit the hunter.
    • The next year, the Wampanoag, a Native American tribe, taught the colonists how to grow crops. The Native Americans taught the pilgrims or colonists what food grows well in the area including potatoes, corn, tomatoes, cacao, peppers, papaya, pumpkin, and avocados. Once the crops were ready to be harvested in the fall, they had a feast for 3 days to celebrate the good harvest. This is considered to be the first Thanksgiving.
    • At least 3 people on this page are wearing something that indicates their religion. Find one of those people.
    • The first item you’ll need is a saddle. This will allow you to ride the dragon as it flies through the air. Make sure not to forget your helmet. Training your dragon to spit fireballs can be very dangerous, so make sure you have a fire extinguisher nearby. Dragons are very intelligent so training them can be quite easy if the trust is there. They love food. each dragon is different though. They say that a dragons favorite food is the same as the person they’re bonded with. Grab your favorite food item, a helmet, some armor and head out to find your dragon.
    • This is an amazing cheese and basil pasta dish! It's so flavourful and tasty.
    • Kelly won the lottery this morning! How do you think Kelly feels?
    • Stay on the page with the scene under the sea. Do you see a treasure box on this page?
    • Are you still on the page with 3 mountains? What is land on this page?
    • Many complicated ideas about the rainbow have been formed. The difference in the rainbow depends considerably upon the size of the drops and the width of the colored band increases as the size of the drops increases. The actual primary rainbow observed is said to be the effect of super imposition of a number of bows. If the red of the second bow falls upon the green of the first the result is to give a bow with an abnormally wide yellow band since red and green light when mixed form yellow. This is a very common type of bow one showing mainly red and yellow with little or no green or blue.
    • "The dog is sleeping." In this sentence, the dog is currently sleeping and likely has been for a while.
    • Don’t forget! This weekend it is time to do the spring forward in spring forward, fall back.
    • This is a fantastic pasta dish with cheese and basil. The flavors work together so well and it's really tasty.
    • Stay on the page with 3 mountains. Do you see any rocks on this page?
    • The American scoffed. "I am a Wharton MBA and could help you. You should spend more time fishing and with the proceeds, buy a bigger boat. With the proceeds from the bigger boat, you could buy several boats. Eventually, you would have a fleet of fishing boats. Instead of selling your catch to a middleman, you would sell directly to the processor, eventually opening your own cannery. You would control the product, processing, and distribution. You would need to leave this small coastal fishing village and move to Mexico City, then LA, and eventually NYC where you will run your expanding enterprise." 
    • This pasta dish is really delicious! The cheese and basil add a great depth of flavor.
    • What score do you give this food? (given food trial)
    • What gifts do you want to give to someone this year? Why?
• story
  • Phrases
    • Story:
    • Target words from story:
    • Secret Santa, White Elephant, Christmas Story Pass Around
    • A Christmas Story, Elf, The Grinch
    • Narrator – voice telling the story
    • shaggy-dog story 
  • Sentences
    • 14. What could the title of this story be?
    • Where is Rosa at the beginning of the story?
    • When did this story take place?
    • Tell me about the story.
    • 4. Complete story grammar (who, what, where, when) with younger kids
    • How did Rosa feel at the end of the story?
    • Who planted flowers in the story?
    • Picture Ordering: Learners are given a set of pictures and have to put them in the correct order to form a coherent story.
    • Who made a shortcake in the story?
    • How did the story end?
    • How did Rosa feel throughout the story?
    • 4. Story grammar: Draw a picture about what you think will happen/what you remember
    • What was the problem in this story?
    • What was the setting in this story?
    • Who is this story about?
    • Where does Rosa want to go at the beginning of the story?
    • Where did the story take place?
  • Paragraphs
    • She told her famous scary story of spotting a monster in those very woods. It was a cool day just like that day when she heard a rustling noise that was louder than the faint breeze that was blowing through the trees. She wondered what was out in the woods when she decided to go investigate the situation. She began to walk away from her tent when she saw something move in the distance and heard the snap of a fallen tree branch. She continued to see what broke the branch. As she was walking alone in the dark with the moon shining above, she saw something large with hair running past her. While she was walking her foot stepped into what seemed like a small depression in the earth when she suddenly saw the shadow of the large creature in the distance. She quickly realized that she had stepped in the large foot-like tracks from the monster.
    • an exceedingly long story with many details, often extraneous, that is finished without a clear punchline. A shaggy-dog story is funny because the listener has expectations that are not met at the end of the story. A shaggy-dog story is also called a yarn. 
    • I am writing a story in the first person and I want the protagonist's thoughts to be reflected in the reflexive pronouns. However, I am not sure how to make sure the reflexive pronouns reflect the thoughts of the protagonist and not just my own thoughts. Can someone help?
    • He told his famous scary story of spotting a monster in those very woods. It was a cool day just like that day when he heard a rustling noise that was louder than the faint breeze that was blowing through the trees. He wondered what was out in the woods when he decided to go investigate the situation. He began to walk away from his tent when he saw something move in the distance and heard the snap of a fallen tree branch. He continued to see what broke the branch. As he was walking alone in the dark with the moon shining above, he saw something with fur run past him. He continued when he saw the face of the monster. The human-like monster stood on its hind legs and howled with its large teeth showing.