Lesson 37: Because of Winn-Dixie
Assignment 1
Super Sentences
Use the definition and graphic organizer to plan and write Super Sentences for downpour and teeter. You can choose to capture key details from today’s reading, or you can choose to write your sentences using a different topic. Make sure each sentence has a subject and verb and at least two additional details.
down · pour vowel team, vowel team
Downpour is a compound noun that means a rainstorm that comes very quickly and has very heavy rain.
| Verb | When | ||||
| Subject | downpour | Where | |||
| How | Why | ||||
tee · ter vowel team, r-controlled
Teeter is a verb that means to wobble or move unsteadily.
| Verb | When | ||||
| Subject | teeter | Where | |||
| How | Why | ||||
Assignment 2
Written Response
Was your last prediction about the thunder correct? What do you think is going to happen now and why? Use evidence from the text to support your response.