To the Pumpkin Patch
Fantasy (fiction),
456 words,
Level K (Grade 2)
Serial
Halloween is coming soon, and the Hoppers are eager to carve jack-o'-lanterns. But the pumpkin patch is across a stream that Mother Hopper has told the little Hoppers to stay away from. When the Hoppers decide to turn their old blow-up pool into a boat, they quickly realize why Mother Hopper warned them. Luckily, Grandpa Grizzly arrives in the nick of time.
Book Resources
Lesson Resources
Download the full lesson plan for To the Pumpkin Patch
Preteach the Vocabulary
Story Words
jack-o’-lantern, patch, pumpkins
jack-o’-lantern, patch, pumpkins
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of making text-to-text connections to understand the book
Comprehension
Identify problem and solution
Phonics
Identify spellings for long /o/ sound
Grammar and Mechanics
Identify and use describing words (adjectives)
Word Work
Recognize synonyms
Use the reading strategy of making text-to-text connections to understand the book
Comprehension
Identify problem and solution
Phonics
Identify spellings for long /o/ sound
Grammar and Mechanics
Identify and use describing words (adjectives)
Word Work
Recognize synonyms
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
