This packet, the first in the series of support materials for the Houghton Mifflin Harcourt thematic units on silly stories, contains enrichment activities for learners who have mastered the basic concepts of the lessons.

Concepts

chinese culture, making predictions, story sequencing, cause and effect

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• After researching healthy foods and the food pyramid using the provided link, have kids design a healthy food pyramid for Dragon, the main character in Dragon Gets By

Classroom Considerations

• The three resource packets in this series are designed for different skill levels: as enrichment activities for those who have mastered the concepts, for language learners, and for those who need extra support

Pros

• The seven-page packet includes research topics, writing exercises, and other activities

Cons

• None