Parent Le)er Dear Parent, The more that your child prac9ces using good language skills at home, the easier and more natural they will become! These homework pages were designed to be completed each week. Although there is no minimum amount of ac9vi9es to do weekly, you are encouraged to do as many as you can. These ac9vi9es can be done at the dinner table, in the car, or anywhere that you spend 9me talking with your child. Check the ac9vi9es that your child prac9ced each week and then sign your name at the bo)om of the page. The next week there will be new ac9vi9es and words to prac9ce (the months and weeks are labeled at the top of each page). When school begins again in the fall, please turn in all the signed homework so that your child can be praised at school for all his/her hard work! Remember, these ac9vi9es are just a star9ng point and a way to give you ideas for language prac9ce at home! Please contact me if you have any ques9ons. Happy talking and happy summer! Sincerely,
Level 3 June: Week 1 What does see eye to eye mean in the following sentence: My mom and I don t see eye to eye on when I should do my homework. Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (digest, misery, signal) A complex sentence is a combina9on of an independent clause with at least one dependent clause. Think of 3 complex sentences using the word though (for example, I turned in my work though it was difficult. ). What would be your perfect summer party? What plans and supplies would you need to make before the party? What would you do at the party? List the steps as to how you would prepare to host this party. Use complete sentences. Ask an adult what their perfect summer party would be. Summarize what they told you and then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, How long would your perfect party last?
Level 3 June: Week 2 What does the best of both worlds mean in the following sentence: I want to have the best of both worlds by both saving my money and using it to buy that game. Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (rely, marsh, value) A complex sentence is a combina9on of an independent clause with at least one dependent clause. Think of 3 complex sentences using the word whereas (for example, I loved the meatloaf, whereas my sister hated it. ). What would be the perfect way to celebrate a dad for Father s Day? Plan all the ways that you would celebrate him and how you think he would react. Use complete sentences. Ask an adult about their father or someone who was important to them growing up. Summarize what they said about this person. Then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, What are some other things you did with him? What did he look like?
Level 3 June: Week 3 What does let the cat out of the bag mean in the following sentence: Marcia let the cat out of the bag when she told Henry about the party. Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (gradual, brief, mystify) A complex sentence is a combina9on of an independent clause with at least one dependent clause. Think of 3 complex sentences using the word wherever (for example, I will go wherever you go. ). If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live and why? Think of the good and bad parts of that loca9on and compare it with the place that you currently live. Use complete sentences. Ask an adult about where they would live if they could live anywhere in the world. Summarize the main points of what they said. Then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, Why would you want to live there? What kind of job would you do there?
Level 3 June: Week 4 What does a penny for your thoughts mean in the following sentence: Dad looked at Tina, who was staring at the wall, and said, A penny for your thoughts. Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (rate, starve, bold) A complex sentence is a combina9on of an independent clause with at least one dependent clause. Think of 3 complex sentences using the words so that (for example, He lied so that he could go to the party. ). What is your favorite movie ever? Explain what happens in the movie why it is your favorite. Give reasons as to why others should see the movie as well. Use complete sentences. Ask an adult about their favorite movie. Summarize the main points of what they said. Ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, When did you first see that movie? Why is it your favorite?
Level 3 July: Week 1 What does bit off more than you can chew mean in the following sentence: When she signed up for swimming, gymnas9cs, and chess club, she bit off more than she can chew! Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (diagram, symbol, flutter) Modal verbs change things from possible to necessary and include: can, may, must, will, should. Think of 3 sentences using the modal can (for example, She can do a handstand. ). Do some research on the internet or books to explain how fireworks are created or the history of the firework. Summarize the main points for an adult. Explain why we have fireworks shows today. Ask an adult about their experience with fireworks and if they enjoy them. Summarize the main points and opinions. Then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, Where were the fireworks? Who were you with?
Level 3 July: Week 2 What does on the ball mean in the following sentence: Ka9e is really on the ball and planned her birthday party three weeks in advance! Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (survey, nectar, attract) Modal verbs change things from possible to necessary and include: can, may, must, will, should. Think of 3 sentences using the modal may (for example, My mom said that I may bake a cake. ). Explain how you would design the best amusement park in the world. Make sure to describe the rides, games, food, and ac9vi9es that would be there. Use complete sentences. Ask an adult about an amusement park experience they have had. Summarize everything that was said. Then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, What was the name of the park? What was the best ride?
Level 3 July: Week 3 What does on the fence mean in the following sentence: She is on the fence about whether she should go to the party or stay home. Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (harsh, scatter, talent) Modal verbs change things from possible to necessary and include: can, may, must, will, should. Think of 3 sentences using the modal must (for example, I must clean my room before dinner. ). Why do many people enjoy going to the beach? Explain the things that people like about the beach including what they see, hear, and do. Also explain the things about the beach that are less enjoyable. Use complete sentences. Ask an adult about a beach experience they have had. Summarize what they said. Then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, What was your favorite part about the beach? What did you not like about the beach?
Level 3 July: Week 4 What does cut corners mean in the following sentence: The teacher said not to cut corners, but instead to do my very best. Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (opponent, struggle, cling) Modal verbs change things from possible to necessary and include: can, may, must, will, should. Think of 3 sentences using the modal should (for example, I should make my bed every morning, but I rarely do. ). What do you think is the best sport of all 9me? Explain what makes this sport great and how to play it. Also explain what some people do not like about the sport. Use complete sentences. Ask an adult about their favorite sport and how to play it. Summarize the main points. Then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, Have you ever competed in this sport? Who is the best athlete in this sport?
Level 3 August: Week 1 What does hit the nail on the head mean in the following sentence: I hit the nail on the head on the last ques9on and got it exactly right. Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (drift, mural, wit) A correla9ve conjunc9on compares two things in a posi9ve (either/or) or nega9ve (neither/ nor) way. Think of 3 sentences using either/or (for example, He should either read Harry Po)er or The Lightning Thief. ). Explain what happens in your favorite book. Talk about the characters, sefng, and problems in the story. Explain what makes this book be)er than other books. Use complete sentences. Ask an adult about their favorite book. Have them explain the story and why they like it. Summarize the story as it was explained to you. Then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, When did you read this story? How many 9mes did you read the story?
Level 3 August: Week 2 What does hear it on the grapevine mean in the following sentence: I hear on the grapevine that you are going to Disneyland! Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (enable, na,on, volunteer) A correla9ve conjunc9on compares two things in a posi9ve (either/or) or nega9ve (neither/ nor) way. Think of 3 sentences using either/or (for example, Mom will make either spaghef or hamburgers for dinner. ). Describe your favorite summer treat. Explain when you get it and what makes it special. Use complete sentences. Ask an adult about their favorite summer treat. Have them describe the treat in detail. Summarize what they said. Then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, Where do you go to get the treat? Have you ever made this treat?
Level 3 August: Week 3 What does kill two birds with one stone mean in the following sentence: She can kill two birds with one stone by cooking and listening to her messages at the same 9me. Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (primary, mural, crew) A correla9ve conjunc9on compares two things in a posi9ve (either/or) or nega9ve (neither/ nor) way. Think of 3 sentences using neither/nor (for example, I want to play neither Candyland nor Opera9on. ). How do you feel about the end of summer and the beginning of the school year. Describe the good and bad things about the end of summer. Describe the good and bad things about the beginning of school. Use complete sentences. Ask an adult about how they felt when they were going back to school in the fall. Summarize what they said. Then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, What did you like about going back to school? Did you ever go shopping for new school clothes?
Level 3 August: Week 4 What does take it with a pinch of salt mean in the following sentence: Mandy rarely knows what is going on so you should take what she says with a pinch of salt. Make up your own sentence. The word I learned was: (outcome, reverse, defend) A correla9ve conjunc9on compares two things in a posi9ve (either/or) or nega9ve (neither/ nor) way. Think of 3 sentences using neither/nor (for example, Neither the Giants nor the Yankees are playing today. ). Explain the highlights (best parts) of the summer. What happened and what made the the summer good? Use complete sentences. Ask an adult about the best summer they ever had. Summarize what they said. Then ask at least 3 ques9ons about what they said to explain, add details, or clarify. For example, you could ask, How old were you during that summer? Where were you living at the 9me?