0000002999 00000 n read aloud, station, read-to-someone, etc.). Task cards for open-ended response both written and/or oral copyright 2003-2023 Study.com. It includes resource recommendations, free teaching ideas, and information about the book. She desperately wants t, Here is a collection of comprehension activities to go along with a favorite Patricia Polacco story; Thank You, Mr. Falker. It also includes interactive notebook pages for analyzing character traits and feelings and making text connections. Includes hundreds of titles of the best in authentic childrens literature, both popular picture books and leveled readersBUNDLE and, Download, Print and Go!Lessons 1-2 all in one student friendly place.Mini-journal coincides with Module 1 Unit 2 Lessons 1-2Text Excerpts for student useVocabulary ~ Student/Teacher cards too!Recording FormsGraphic OrganizersText Dependent Questions, Thank You, Mr. Falker Vocabulary Lessons and Assessments, Knox Your Ordinary Teacher by Jeanna Knox, Wit and Wisdom Module 0: "Thank you, Mr. Falker" Vocabulary card, test, guide, "Thank you, Mr. Falker" Vocabulary STAAR Questions and Task Cards, Thank You, Mr. Falker Vocabulary Connections, Thank You Mr. Falker Reading Response for Retelling Vocabulary and Plot, Thank You, Mr Falker Reading Comprehension Activities Print & Digital, Patricia Polacco Favorite Stories Literature Unit Bundle. Reading Is Fundamental. (verb) (The page that begins "That night, Trisha ran home") What is Trisha feeling now? Thank You, Mr. Falker. Open-ended quiz Includes a summary of the book and thought provoking questions to engage your students in peer & teacher led discussions. Teach key reading skills and strategies with the best books for kindergarten - fifth grade, Resources for 250+ books easily found in most school, classroom, and public libraries, Powerful filters make it easy to find the right resources for all your instructional goals, Flexible lesson plans and resources make teaching whole group and small group easier than ever, Hands-On Activity (great for partner work or centers), Comprehension Strategy Practice Pages, Reader's Notebook Prompts, and Graphic Organizers, A copy of the book is not included in this set of resources. Brilliant. They can be completed (with book reading) in three class periods. 0000003946 00000 n ), This resource is used in conjunction with the childrens book, Thank You, Mr. Falker -3 day lesson plan A small burrowing insectivorous mammal with dark velvety fur, a long muzzle, and very small eyes. 0000026999 00000 n Please select the correct language below. Its comfy, snuggly, and safe. Here is what is included:- About the Author Passage- Books by Patricia Polacco- Questions About Patricia Polacco- Vocabulary Activities Word Wall Cards Play Memory matching words to their definitions Answer question cards about the vocabulary words Practice dictionary skills looking up each word Matching Words to Definitions Quiz- Story Map - Building B. Here is what is included:- About the Author Passage- Books by Patricia Polacco- Questions About Patricia Polacco- Vocabulary Activities Word Wall Cards Play Memory matching words to their definitions Answer question cards about the vocabulary words Practice dictionary skills looking up each word Matching Words to Definitions Quiz- Story Map - Building B, Do you love using the book "Thank you, Mr. Falker" in your classroom? Trisha is very excited to start school, but is dismayed to find learning to read so challenging. 0000006426 00000 n 0000008128 00000 n Quizzes with auto-grading, and real-time student data. 0000006327 00000 n Tell students they will be learning about the parts of a story. Learnmore about this book below! Sharon has an Masters of Science in Mathematics and a Masters in Education. Before moving on to the activity, encourage students to take the quiz to test their understanding. 0000011984 00000 n This can be completed in class or as homework. You may not need to change the form that is given. The book can be used in a variety of ways (i.e. 0000000016 00000 n -graphic organizers With themes of self-esteem and perseverance, this Thank You, Mr. Falker picture book by Patricia Polacco is a favorite in 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade classrooms. The wonderfully true story of a little girl struggling as she learns to read. A vertical well around which there is a stairway. Please see our Terms of Use. 0000001056 00000 n GLE: 0000005812 00000 n Thank You, Mr. Falker Title Patricia Polacco Author school Setting Little Trisha, Mr. Falker Main characters Trisha's classmates, Grandpa, Grandma Other characters Trisha cannot read. This lesson has been aligned to standards in the following states. 0000032517 00000 n Thank You Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco is a must read with every upper elementary class, but to make the most of it, you need comprehension focused activities for deeper meaning. At each illustration, ask students to summarize what is happening on the page. If you like to save money, check out. *5.6Fig19D - Inference Open-ended, quiz format, task cards, etc. Once she learns how to read, there is nothing to stop her. It is a perfect way to teach your students to think and prove their thoughts while reading! As students read and work, walk around to support and offer guidance. Comprehension assessment. Each of our 400+ Starts With a Story book companions come with a teachers guide to make lesson planning quick and easy, printable worksheets and digital resources that cover ALL of the standards-based reading comprehension skills. This lesson also includes a FREE Interactive Read Aloud poster to display in your classroom. Reg: $96 Send us a message and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. hbbc`b``3 ` ! endstream endobj 211 0 obj <>/Metadata 25 0 R/Pages 24 0 R/StructTreeRoot 27 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> endobj 212 0 obj >/PageWidthList<0 612.0>>>>>>/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 213 0 obj [214 0 R] endobj 214 0 obj <>/Border[0 0 0]/H/N/Rect[76.5 353.484 438.403 339.06]/StructParent 1/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> endobj 215 0 obj <> endobj 216 0 obj <> endobj 217 0 obj <> endobj 218 0 obj <> endobj 219 0 obj <> endobj 220 0 obj <> endobj 221 0 obj <>stream *5.6Fig19E - Summary Students participate as knowledgeable, reflective, creative, and critical members of a variety of literacy communities. Thank You Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco is a must read with every upper elementary class, but to make the most of it, you need comprehension focused activities for deeper meaning. (The page that begins "Trisha, the littlest girl in the family") What do we know about Trisha so far? Ask them to think of one or two words that describe Trisha at various stages throughout the story. Open-ended quiz If you like these questions and want to find them in other formats (I.e. Comprehension is a complex process, and no single instructional method is effective for all texts in all learning situations. When you are finished, read the completed Character Change Continuum with students. It requires the failure of functioning that impai Morgan Freeman once said, Attacking people with disabilities is the lowest power I can think of . Everyone is unique and has their own differences. This game board features comprehension questions and vocabulary from the story "Thank You Mr. Falker" The kids love to play these board games! Task cards for open-ended response both written and/or oral Without response in some form (e.g., oral, written, creative), comprehension is rarely deepened. -suggested stopping points -3 day lesson plans for a close reading activity including vocabulary instruction, This resource is used in conjunction with the childrens book, Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco. With this PDF download you will get everything you need to guide instruction before, during and after reading Thank You, Mr. Falker. Allow students to do a close reading of the story. This will make a great addition to your test prep activities coming up soon! It is totally up to you! The teacher works with the whole class to model making predictions and personal connections, envisioning character change, and understanding the themes of the book. This uplifting story is perfect for introductory lessons on identifying author messages and synthesizing. Thank you, Mr. Falker book study is perfect for early learners learning about character traits, story maps, and writing. Your contribution will help us to provide free books and literacy resources to children across the nation. Would anything happen to the bully? 0000004815 00000 n (verb) It contains Pre-Reading Activities like a Word Splash and Anticipation Guide; Vocabulary Posters and Learning Objectives; Discussion Points and Interactive Note-Booking Activities to use during the read aloud, Post-Reading Assessments and Writing Projects, as well as much more!Patricia Polacco tells us an emotional story about herself, Trisha, as a young girl in elementary school. 0000054363 00000 n Content and Downloadable content Copyright 2010-2023 Thinking Tree Enterprises, LLC. brilliant - Mr. Falker would stand behind Trisha whenever she was drawing, and whisper, "The is brilliant..absolutely brilliant. Read aloud are an essential way for you to MODEL what good reading LOOKS and SOUNDS like in your classroom. To unlock this lesson you must be a Study.com Member. (The page that begins "But at the new school") Tell me about Trisha. Disability. If you like to save money, check out, Thank You, Mr. Falker includes everything you need to make your read aloud time interactive. -graphic organizers Vocabulary (5.2A,B,E) -Author's message Thank You Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco is a guided reading level N-P (depending on whether you're looking at the revised levels) and the activities in this packet lend themselves to those reading levels. It focuses on building vocabulary and comprehension skills of students in grades 3-4. Some images used in this set are licensed under the Creative Commons through Flickr.com.Click to see the original works with their full license. A mean,overbearing person who habitually badgers, teases and intimidates smaller or weaker people. The formats included are: Thank you, Mr. Falker is the perfect picture book to teach so many comprehension strategies and writing. Teacher Read-Aloud That Models Reading for Deep Understanding, You will be using a combination of comprehension strategies and interactive writing activities in this lesson. that go with the book, Thank You, Mr. Falker, by Patricia Polacco. At each page where you stop, ask students to help you record where and why they think Trisha is on the Character Change Continuum chart. My Patricia Polacco Book Study Bundle includes materials for *13* titles PLUS an author research lapbook for a total of 560+ pages of materials. Were you able to do it? We selected mentor sentences & specific gr, Reading aloud to our students is one of the best ways that we can improve their comprehension of language. Note: Teachers may choose to simply read the book aloud, or have a movie star read it by visiting www.storylineonline.net. Mixed TEKS (covers a variety of fiction TEKS) Each category has two, This a no-prep lesson! Included you will find the following: The opportunities, This is a complete Jeopardy game based on the book "Thank You Mr. Falker" by Patricia Polacco. *5.6A - Plot Structure (Foreshadowing) At the end of the story, students can also rate the book, which gives you a little insig, Here is a collection of comprehension activities to go along with a favorite Patricia Polacco story; Thank You, Mr. Falker. Have you ever felt good or bad about yourself because of what someone else said or did? This teacher read-aloud of Thank You, Mr. Falker and follow-up whole-group instruction provide a basis for improved higher-level reading comprehension. Can be used for a variety of instructional purposes, such as Guided Reading, Literacy Centers, and Take-home programs2. It can be used for whole group, small group, and independent instruction which makes these resources a smart choice for literacy centers or Readers Workshop. -Character Traits If it was difficult, how did you feel? Have students read the Lesson Summary and ask any remaining questions. 0000054402 00000 n Students will gather back on the rug and share-out at the end of their drawing time. If you have students keep response journals, collect these and use them as a way to assess student comprehension. That's why I've included page by page lesson plans, guided, 40 Pages of Activities that will enhance your students' learning of the PRECIOUS book Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco! See below for details of what is included.Print Version (PDF) includes:Pre-reading ActivitiesPredictions: The Title Te, Thank You Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco is a must read with every upper elementary class, but to make the most of it, you need comprehension focused activities for deeper meaning. Discuss: How do elements of a story work together to help entertain readers? This freebie will allow students practice in answering comprehension questions and providing text evidence. This is especially true when working with ESL Reading Comprehension. *5.3Fig19D - Theme Comprehension by chapter, vocabulary challenges, creative reading response activities and projects, tests, and much more! Some filters moved to Formats filters, which is at the top of the page. Ask students how the story would change if Trisha's family did not move. A long-handled utensil with a cup-shaped bowl for dipping or conveying liquids. Guide students with a familiar text, then allow students to apply with independent practice. When you. . (The page that begins "But the nicer Mr. Falker was") Why does Trisha feel safe in that dark place? It is perfect for early finishers, reading centers, or when you just have an extra few minutes. 0000004614 00000 n "Thank You Mr. Falker" Comprehension Game Board, Interactive Read Aloud: Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco, Thank You, Mr. Falker Unit of Study-Personal Narrative-Mentor Text, Reading Skills Trivia-Thank You Mr. Falker-Multi Grade Comprehension, "Thank You, Mr. Falker" Scoot Game (STAAR-aligned questions), Thank You, Mr. Falker Mini Literature Unit, Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco Word Search, Mirette on the High Wire Literacy Pack! THANK YOU, MR. FALKER SUMMARY When Trisha turned five, her grandfather explained that learning to read would give her the gift of knowledge. Do all problems in stories have solutions? read aloud, station, read-to-someone, etc.). %PDF-1.4 % Add highlights, virtual manipulatives, and more. Free Thank You, Mr. Falker study unit worksheets for teachers to print. 6. Now challenge students to make thematic connections by identifying the supporting evidence from the text for this theme. What would the other characters then have to do to make her feel good about herself? Don't forget that you can save this game to your favorites, print it, or download it as a PDF. It's Cassie has helped many wishes come true Now she just has to earn one more charm for her bracelet Saturdays are the best even if you have to do a chore or two. Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco Reading Level: Grades 3-4 Overview This lesson plan is designed to help teachers organize independent reading groups and student-led text-based discussions. 0000014162 00000 n Stop at the pages you have marked and ask students the suggested questions. Add quotation marks, capital letters, punctuation, and end marks where they are needed in the following sentences. The comprehension pages and extension activities are designed for 2nd-4th grade, but can easily be adapted for other ages. This resource has been aligned to the Common Core State Standards for states in which they have been adopted. Develop specific strategies for reading comprehension following a teacher model of thinking aloud and asking questions, Demonstrate comprehension by discussing their reactions to a story, identifying with characters in a story, and relating events in a story to their own lives, Learn about character development and themes using charts created by the class, Develop oral language skills as they participate in discussions about a story. (adjective) BONUS: WRITING EXTENSION My kids L, COMPACT COMPREHENSION GUIDES (CCGs)1. Have students add to it as they think of suggestions. We have created multiple formats in order to implement STAAR-like questions into the classroom with this book. Good readers demonstrate comprehension of text using a wide variety of strategies. Suggested stopping places and questions include: Gather students together. Some of the questions you may wish to ask include: Tell students that they have been making personal connections with characters in the book. He started staying after school with her, determined to teach her how to read. "Thank You, Mr. Falker" by Patricia Polacco is not included! This jam-packed book companion is quick and easy to use - Just print and go!Read on to learn more about all that is included in this standards-based interactive read aloud packet based on the children's book, Thank You Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco.TO . 0000001761 00000 n Pre-made digital activities. skill employed in a shrewd or sly manner, as in deceiving; craftiness; guile. Tell students that during this part of the lesson, they were making thematic connections. After this lesson, students will be able to: Determine a theme of a story, drama, or poem from details in the text, including how characters in a story or drama respond to challenges or how the speaker in a poem reflects upon a topic; summarize the text. Ask the following questions: Show students the cover of the book. USE THIS BOOK TO TEACH: Thank You, Mr. Falker is a great mentor text for older students. If they cannot do so, identify the themes for students. Rethinking Reading Comprehension - Anne P. Sweet 2003-04-30 This practical book grows out of a recent report written by the RAND Reading Study Group (RRSG), which proposed a national research Justine. away from the player who was trying to steal the ball. We have launched the new ReadWriteThink.org and we would love to get your feedback: Students share family stories of their own by writing original poems and reviewing parts of speech using the Diamante Poems tool. Display the chart in your classroom and have students use it independently as they read additional books. For this reason, I wanted resources that were appropriate for my "big kids" but would still allow for an enjoyable interaction with the book. (The page that begins "But Mr. Falker caught her arm") On the basis of "You're going to readI promise you that," what do you predict will happen? Draw a Vocabulary Word. Name: Chelsey Lemon Grade Level: 4th Content: Communication Arts. Print and go. Trisha is very excited to start school, but is dismayed to find learning to read so challenging. This resource includes 24 multiple choice questions (all STAAR aligned!) Thank You, Mr. Falker Lesson Plans Academic Academic Grades K-5 Subjects Grades K-5 Subjects All K-5 Subjects English Math Phonics Reading Study Skills Writing AP AP All AP Subjects AP Biology AP Calculus AP Chemistry AP Computer Science AP French AP History AP Human Geography AP Macroeconomics AP Microeconomics AP Physics AP Spanish AP Statistics 0000031353 00000 n Rate this product to earn TPT credits. Do a "picture walk" through the book (i.e., do not reread the book to students but show them the pictures.) Thank You, Mr, Falker. Ask students what the themes are. Throughout her years in school, Trishas classmates would laugh at her and call her names. Use the book 'Thank You, Mr. Falker' to teach students about the elements of a story with this lesson plan. Cq3p|bn>3pNcL$EwUsg? RIF is a 501(c)(3). 0000026874 00000 n 0000004500 00000 n Find out how you can intelligently organize your Flashcards. The pain and heartbreak she goes through before meeting Mr. Falker is so touching. : graceful in form or movement. BONUS: WRITING EXTENSION This helps students review and consolidate the information, encouraging them to reflect as they read. Guide students with a familiar text, then allow students to apply with independent. 0000009498 00000 n "Thank You, Mr Falker" COMMON CORE Literacy Activity Pack- UPDATED! I often use this book on the first day of school to stress that we can all succeed despite our weak areas if we are willing to let someone help us. It allows teachers to use a read aloud to help them practice reading strategies, writing skills, and introduce new grammar concepts. Write this theme on the Life Lesson Chart you are developing. Also included are vocabulary card pages for students to illustrate and write their definition based on context clues. Divide students into small groups and distribute copies of the novel. Grades K - 1 | Lesson Plan | Recurring Lesson Catching the Bug for Reading Through Interactive Read-Alouds Heres what youll get with your BookPagez Annual Pass: Take your pick from thousands of minilessons, activities, and assessments valued at $ or less. This is the FULL YEAR BUNDLE - I made these PowerPoints to go along with the Rooted in Reading literacy unit sold on TPT. Some filters moved to Formats filters, which is at the top of the page. Have you ever really wanted to learn to do something? *5.2A,B,E - Vocabulary I have several more to go with other stories in Journey's. Clutter-Free Classroom is the place where elementary teachers get the time-saving tips, ideas and resources they need to make teaching easier and more enjoyable. This comprehension and vocabulary activity is exactly what you need in your classroom. Task cards with multiple choice answers Disability is a broad term within which ideological categories as varied as sick, deformed, crazy, ugly, old, maimed, afflicted. Hey there! Do you know how talented you are?" smart, genius, intelligent, clever, impressive, skillful longed - Trisha could feel the tears burning in her eyes. Are you tired of teaching vocabulary in isolation? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Im Jodi. Literacy Central is a free resources for parents, teachers and children thanks in part to the generous support of Macys. 0000009336 00000 n Help students extend the thematic connections to their own lives by responding to the following questions: Read and review the chart together. Trisha, the main character, is the author's young self as she overcomes dyslexia. What did you see? Filled or resounding with sound or noise. Your students will be easily engaged as they listen and learn language skills through Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco. However, when Trisha started school, reading did not come easy to her. Find out how you can intelligently organize your Flashcards. Beauty Divine. This game board features comprehension questions and vocabulary from the story "Thank You Mr. Falker" The kids love to play these board games! Written and Illustrated by Patricia Polacco. It's tough being the middle mouse. We have created multiple formats in order to implement STAAR-like questions into the classroom with this book. See below for details of what is included.Print Version (PDF) includes:Pre-reading ActivitiesPredictions: The Title Te, 40 Pages of Activities that will enhance your students' learning of the PRECIOUS book Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco! FULL YEAR Comprehensive Literacy - Ontario - LARGE JUNIOR GRADES BUNDLE, THANK YOU, MR. FALKER Activities Worksheets Reading Comprehension Questions, FLASH FREEBIE | ESL Vocabulary and Grammar Activities | ESL Sub Plan, Inspiring Young Learners --- Beth Vaucher, ESL Lessons and Activities | ESL Sub Plans | ESL Reading Comprehension & Writing, Reading Skills Trivia-Thank You Mr. Falker-Multi Grade Comprehension, Thank You, Mr. Falker Lesson Plans, Assessments, and Activities, Thank You Mr. Falker Notice and Note Close Reading Activities, "Thank You, Mr. Falker" Inference STAAR Questions and Task Cards, "Thank You, Mr. Falker" Scoot Game (STAAR-aligned questions), "Thank You, Mr. Falker" MEGA Bundle - STAAR Questions and Task Cards, Thank You, Mr. Falker Unit of Study-Personal Narrative-Mentor Text, FULL YEAR BUNDLE! Children's author Patricia Polacco was born in 1944. If a state does not appear in the drop-down, CCSS alignments are forthcoming. This pack includes: Who or what didn't help you? 0000001423 00000 n Cram has partnered with the National Tutoring Association, Explain The Right To Equality And Provision For Children And Young People, Do Deaf People Have A Disability? How did World War II change life for women and minorities in the United States? by Patricia Polacco. It can also provide you an opportunity to introduce texts to, Thank You, Mr. Falker includes everything you need to make your read aloud time interactive. The believe in yourself theme sets the tone for student work habits and behavioral expectations in the classroom throughout the school year. A copy of the book is not included in . -suggested stopping points Mole. organizing classroom supplies and teaching materials, SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING IN THE CLASSROOM, How to Teach Genre to Elementary Students, STEM Picture Books for Elementary Teachers in 2023, 10 Picture Books about Individuality for Elementary Students 2023, 10 Kindness Picture Books for Elementary Teachers 2023, Jodi Durgin | Clutter-Free Classroom, LLC, ideas for grammar lessons with focus sentenceprintables, social emotional learning discussion topics, graphic organizers to target specific comprehension skills and strategies. *5.8A - Figurative Language and Imagery If you like these questions and want to find them in other formats (I.e. 97 books948 followers. 0000005435 00000 n It will be a big hit in your classroom too! down into 3 categories with 8 questions each. How did you do it? Students read a wide range of literature from many periods in many genres to build an understanding of the many dimensions (e.g., philosophical, ethical, aesthetic) of human experience. 0000030944 00000 n You may want to have students use their response journals as a place to comment on the "So What?" Getting to Know You: Developing Short Biographies to Build Community, Phonic Generalizations in Chrysanthemum, My World of Words: Building Vocabulary Lists, The Day Jimmy's Boa Taught Cause and Effect, Becoming History Detectives Using Shakespeare's Secret, Our students are ready for this: Comprehension instruction in the elementary school (Barton), Comprehension Instruction: What Makes Sense Now, What Might Make Sense Soon , Comprehension Instruction: What Makes Sense Now, What Might Make Sense Soon, Internet Resources for Conducting Readers Theatre. Fortunately, her teacher, Mr. Falker, recognizes that she has dyslexia and gives her the help she needs. All other trademarks, service marks and trade names referenced on this site are the property of their respective owners. Open-ended works, Use Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco along with this vocabulary resource to focus on words that are important for readers to know and understand in order to comprehend Thank You, Mr. Falker.HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL GET INSIDE THIS RESOURCE:Vocabulary Word ListFlash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions)Interactive Vocabulary Notebook CardsVocabulary Word Games PrintablePersonal Vocabulary Word BookmarkAnswer KeyCommon Core State Standard AlignmentTEKS AlignmentThese re, Thank you, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco is the perfect book to use for retelling the story. Thank you, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco is the perfect book to use for retelling the story. Thank You, Mr. Falker By Patricia Polacco Illustrator Patricia Polacco 5.0 (1) Write a review Format Paperback Book $5.21 LIST PRICE: $6.95 YOU SAVE: $1.74 (25 %) ADD TO CART Save to Wishlist Share Key Features Description The comprehension pages and extension activities are designed for 2nd-4th grade, but can easily be adapted for other ages. This set of leveled reading passages can be used to supplement the book "Thank You, Mr. reading comprehension questions focus on: There Might Be Lobsters Activities and Lesson Plans for 2023, My Papi Has a Motorcycle Activities and Lesson Plans for 2023. they need to make teaching easier and more enjoyable. The ESL lesson included has step-by-step instructions for easy, fun learning. For Session 2, determine where you are going to stop reading and question students to gather information for the Character Change Continuum. section of the Life Lesson Chart. It is perfect for early finishers, reading centers, or when you just have an extra few minutes. Help students improve their understanding by having a discussion about their reactions to the story. -answer keys This jam-packed book companion is quick and easy to use - Just print and go!Read on to learn more about all that is included in this standards-based interactive read aloud packet based on the childrens book, Thank You Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco.TO SAVE YOU TIME, WE'VE DONE ALL OF THE WORK FOR YOU!1. The act of making personal connections aids comprehension through schema activation or connecting what readers already know about a given topic with new information presented in the text. Interactive vocabulary games and activities. Literacy Central is a free resources for parents, teachers and children thanks in part to the generous support of Macys. The book can be used in a variety of ways (i.e. 0000003501 00000 n You can print the puzzle or use the interactive version on . 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