► Build Background
► Language & Grammar
Describe Use Prepositions
► Prepare to Read
Learn Key Vocabulary
Learn a Reading Strategy
Make Inferences
► Read and Write
Focus on Genre
Myth
Apply the Reading Strategy
Make Inferences
Critical Thinking
Reading Fluency
Read with Expression
Vocabulary Review
Write About the Guiding Question
► Connect Across the Curriculum
Literary Analysis
Compare Myths
Analyze Mood and Tone
Vocabulary Study
Use Context Clues
Research/Writing
Research Stories
About Stars
Language and Grammar
Describe
Writing and Grammar
Write About a Character in Space
In the past, people noticed that some stars seemed to form patterns or shapes in the sky. These are called constellations. People gave each constellation a name, such as Orion or Leo, and created stories about the characters.
Group Discussion What do you know about the constellations? Share stories or other information you may know about them. Then vote on your favorite constellation picture. Explain your choice.
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This constellation is known as Leo, the lion.
