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If you read about...a giant cat trying to take over a city.

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If you read about...the importance of never, ever trying drugs.

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If you read about...tornadoes and hurricanes and the how they develop.

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

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If you read about...a wondrous little bear whose curiosity always gets him in trouble.

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CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

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If you read about...how important it is to the environment to recycle plastic bottles.

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CCSS.RL.6.6

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If you read about...knitting your own sweaters, mittens and gloves.

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CCSS.RI.2.6

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If you read about...the monuments and museums at the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

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If you read about...the quickest and easiest way to change a flat tire on your bike.

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If you read about...a dog and some curious kids that like to solve mysteries.

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What does it mean when an author writes something to entertain?

• The author presents facts and important details to help you learn about a topic.

• The author uses a story, realistic or make believe, to tell you something.

• The author wants to tell you "how to" do something.

• The author tries to get you to change your mind, agree, or asks you to do something.

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6