English Language Arts
Read Aloud Title: I Wanna Iguana by Karen Kaufman Orloff
Read Aloud Video
Book Introduction: In this story there is a boy named Alex who is trying to convince his mom to let him have his friend’s baby iguana when he moves away. Alex is giving his mom all of the reasons and examples that he can think of to try to convince her that he should be allowed to have the pet. I want you to listen for the reasons that he gives his mom, and we’re going to think about whether or not he has convinced her.
Writing about Reading: Write about an animal that you would like to have at
home. Include reasons that explain why
you should be able to have that animal.
Writing Prompt
Math
Tasks:
Students will work at their own pace to complete their next Math mission on Zearn.
Optional Fun Learning Opportunities
Go to the following web site,
National Geographic, to
learn about animals that make good pets.