The evening melted away like a snowflake.

Time is a thief.

The surf surged up as the sun swept the shore.

She clattered and clanged as she washed the dishes.

Time marches on.

Homework is a breeze.

The lillies in the field danced gaily in the wind.

Lisa's lizards were leaping on her lawnchair.

He is as busy as a bee.

Point of View is . . .

A narrator can see and describe every character's thoughts.

"I didn't like creeping down the dark alley." From which point of view is this sentence written?

She liked ice cream, but he liked cake. So they bought both.

Third person omniscient point of view is when the author reveals the thoughts and feelings of

Third person limited is when the author reveals the thoughts and feelings of

I ran up a steep hill. I was very hot and exhausted. It was a long race, but I was in the lead. I knew if I could keep my pace I would be able to win the race.

A type of narrative perspective in where the author uses pronouns like "your" and "you".

How can you know that something is written in a first-person point of view?

Everyone in the class was nervous about the upcoming test on point of view but most felt like they would do well.

He cried when he realized that he was not going to get picked to be on the basketball team this year.

The library was full of students studying for their final exams. Robert and Rome were studying for math. William and Tiana were studying for science.

After the student finished reading his AR book "The Three Little Pigs, he took an AR quiz and passed it.

I know it is time to go to sleep, but I can't stop playing my new favorite video game. I'm addicted!

Jose was feeling nervous about the big football tournament coming up. He didn't know how his team would do. The team captain felt very confident in their chances of winning.

In which text structure would you find the signal words, "as a result of" and "due to"?

In which text structure would you find the signal words, "similarly" and "in the other hand"?

Key words are: first, next, then, last, years, numbers

Every morning, I wake up at about 7:00 AM. The first thing I do is make my bed and pick out the clothes I’m going to wear. Then, I brush my teeth and take a shower. After my shower, I dry my hair and get dressed.

Park School had a terrible problem. Every day at recess, students would argue over the slides. Teachers had to spend time every day taking care of the arguments. Finally, one teacher came up with a great solution. They bought another set of slides that everyone could enjoy.

What is the PROBLEM?

Baby painted turtles spend all winter in their nests. They have special chemicals in their blood that can keep their blood from freezing. As a result, baby painted turtles can survive freezing temperatures!

What is the CAUSE?

Baby painted turtles spend all winter in their nests. They have special chemicals in their blood that can keep their blood from freezing. As a result, baby painted turtles can survive freezing temperatures!

What is the EFFECT?

What type of writing considers similarities and differences.

Every morning, I wake up at about 7:00 AM. The first thing I do is make my bed and pick out the clothes I’m going to wear. Then, I brush my teeth and take a shower. After my shower, I dry my hair and get dressed.

When you are finding similarities and differences within in a text

Choose the clue words that indicate sequence order.

This text structure is used to tell us about a topic's characteristics and qualities. It paints a picture of the topic in our heads.

This text structure is used to tell us how 2 or more items are alike and also different.

This text structure is used to tell about something that happened and what made it happen.

This text structure is used to explain the chronology of how something happened (dates) or the order in which you should do something (steps).

This text structure is used to present a problem or dilemma and then tell us some possible ways of fixing the problem.

Which text structure would USE these SIGNAL or KEY WORDS: as a result, since, then, due to

Which text structure would USE these SIGNAL or KEY WORDS: like, similar, both, different, while

Which text structure would USE these SIGNAL or KEY WORDS: before, after, first, second

Which text structure would USE these SIGNAL or KEY WORDS: issue, dilemma, solved, solution

The way or method an author/writer uses in order to organize and present information. How the author does this will depend on the purpose.

What is figurative language?

"Life is a journey" is an example of what?

"I nearly died laughing" is an example of what?

Which of the following is an example of onomatopoeia?

Talking animals is an example of what type of figurative language?

Define hyperbole

What is the meaning of this simile? "My mom can be as fiery as a volcano when I don't do my chores on time."

"Look outside! Its raining cats and dogs!" is an example of what?

The repetition of sounds at the beginning of words is what?

The vantage point from which a story is told is called what?

As I grazed in the field, I realized that there were not any other animals around. I had a weird feeling that something was wrong. The other animals that are usually making noises are all silent. I see a shadow up in a tree. I think that is is unsafe here, so I am going to run away.

From what point of view is the passage written?

As I grazed in the field, I realized that there were not any other animals around. I had a weird feeling that something was wrong. The other animals that are usually making noises are all silent. The rustling from my hooves are the only sound. I see a shadow up in a tree. I feel afraid and uneasy. I think that is is unsafe here, so I am going to run away.

From what/whose perspective is the passage written?

What is the advantage to first person point of view?

I wonder who invented putting water into plastic bottles? Water bottles are disposable which means that they can be thrown away. Landfills are overflowing with garbage because people are too lazy to fill a reusable cup with water. Recycling has been set up, but many people do not recycle all of the water bottles that they use. The earth is being polluted with all the used water bottles.

What is the author's perspective?

In which POV do you see" I, me, and my" used to convey the story?

In which POV do you see "you and your" used to convey the story?

"Spring Break is a fun time of year. We gather with our family and eat delicious food. It is usually warm and my cousins and I play tag and swim! I look forward to it every year!"

The author's point of view in this passage is ..

"Recess is a great thing to have at school! It gives students a break where they can move around. They are able to eat a snack and breathe fresh air. Maybe a longer recess should be considered!"

The author's view point about recess is that...

What type of text structure uses this graphic organizer?

what type of text structure uses this type of graphic organizer?

What type of text structure uses this graphic organizer?

Which text structure uses this type of graphic organizer?

What type of text structure uses this graphic organizer?

Which text structure uses the following KEY WORDS?

During

First/second

Meanwhile

During

Before

After

Following

Steps

Initially

Lastly

Which text structure uses the following key words?

Because

So

Causes

Therefore

As a result

Since

Impact

Effects of

If.. then..

When.. then..

Which text structure uses these key words?

Problem

Solve

Answer

Solution

As a result of

Which text structure uses these key words?

Both

also

Just as

Alike

Unlike

Compared to

Similar to

what type of text structure uses these KEY WORDS?

For example

Looks like

Such as

Made up of

Characteristics

What type of text structure uses DATES or TIMES as key words?

The Revolutionary War was a time of great division. Americans were split into two groups: Patriots and Loyalists. Patriots were Americans who supported the struggle for independence. They believed that Americans should be free from the control of an English king. They fought against the English to establish a new government in America. Loyalists were Americans who remained loyal to the crown. Some of them were happy under English rule. Others believed that they might be rewarded after the Americans lost the war. Though both Patriots and Loyalists lived in America, a deep division ran between them.

What type of text structure is used in this paragraph?

There were many important battles in the Revolutionary War, but perhaps none were more important than the Battles of Saratoga. The results of the Battles of Saratoga shifted the momentum of the war toward the Americans. Though they had previously lost numerous battles, the Americans captured British General Burgoyne's army during the Battles of Saratoga. This victory convinced other countries, especially France, that the Americans could win the war. Because of this, not only did France declare war on England, but other nations also began openly supporting the American fight for independence. The Battles of Saratoga will be remembered as a pivotal moment in this fight.

What type of text structure is used in this paragraph?

In most cases American soldiers could not stand toe-to-toe against British soldiers. The British were better trained, better armed, and more experienced. When the American soldiers attempted to match the British, they suffered heavy losses. The Americans had to use what advantages they had, so they developed what are now known as Guerilla Warfare tactics. Guerrilla warfare is a form of fighting where small groups of fighters use ambushes, sabotages, and the elements of surprise to harass a larger, less mobile army. By using Guerilla Warfare tactics, American soldiers were able to equalize some of the British's advantages on the battlefield.

What type of text structure is used in this paragraph?

American soldiers during the Revolutionary War suffered horrible conditions to win independence. You can experience some of these conditions by eating the same food that soldiers ate at Valley Forge: fire cake. Fire cake is a horrible tasting blob of burnt gluten. To make some first mix flour with water until you get thick, damp dough. Then, form it into a cake and in your palms. Put this doughy lump on a greased cookie sheet and bake it until it is brown. This will be very similar to the awful fire cakes that American soldiers ate at Valley Forge. Enjoy!

What type of text structure is used in this paragraph?

During the Revolutionary War, Americans learned just how important friends can be. When the Americans declared independence on July 4^th, 1776, they had virtually no allies. But on February 6^th, 1778, after the American victory at Saratoga, the French assisted the American cause. The French went into deep debt helping the Americans. The Americans would receive additional help in June of 1779, when the Spanish joined the fight against the British. They would secure Southern ports and supply lines. Without the help of these allies, many more Americans would have died in the fight for independence.

What type of text structure is used in this paragraph?