Word Work
Imagery
Explain to students that imagery is the authors' use of descriptive words to create vivid pictures or images in the readers mind.
Use the following example from the story.
'Every once in a while they passed little wooden houses on the banks of the river, but mostly it was just one thick green jungle.'
Ask: Did this description help to give you a picture in your mind? Can you find other types of imagery in the book?

Onomatopoeia
Explain to students that onomatopoeia is the use of words in which the sounds suggest the meaning of the words.
Use the following example from the book chug (page 11)
Ask: Can you find any other examples of onomatopoeia in the story?

Similes
Explain to students that a simile is a comparism of two things using the words like or as.
Use the following example from the book - 'as her hand spun like an out of control windmill' (pg15)
Ask: Can you find any other examples of similes in the book?

Introduce the second worksheet
Explain to students it is related to the work just covered on imagery, similes, and onomatopoeia.

Writing Link
Have students write a poem about the Amazon River and surrounding Rainforest. Remember to include:
-        Imagery
-        Similes
-        Onomatopoeia

Assessment
Monitor student's responses in the comprehending text section to assess how well they understand the text.
Monitor reading to see if students are using the effective reading strategies.
Assess students' knowledge of imagery, similes and onomatopoeia.