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Writing Connection
Writing a Procedure
Say: I want you to reread the section called "Getting Ready For the Celebration," pages 18 through 21. Then I want you to pretend that you are writing a set of instructions for a person who is new on the job. You have to list for them, in order, what they have to do. Start with "Report for work two days before the show day."
Remind children to keep their sentences short and write them as directions.
Science Connection
Have children research the ways fireworks are used throughout the world. They can look in the library for books on fireworks or online for information. They can research the types of events that often feature fireworks, where fireworks are most commonly made, or something else they find interesting about fireworks. If possible, have a guest speaker who has experience with fireworks come in to discuss fireworks and safety.
Personal Safety
Have children discuss keeping safe when around fireworks. Have them work in pairs to prepare a safety poster that includes all the main safety elements. Explain that fireworks are explosives, and they need to be treated with caution.
Reading Independently
Invite children to reread the book, Fireworks, independently or with a partner. They could then look for and read other books about fireworks. Children should also read each other’s procedures and safety posters.
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