UNIT X 4 | UNIT 1 Instructional Routine: Before You Read p. Txxiv Use Prior Knowledge: Weather Interpret images Direct students’ attention to the images on the page. Explain that there are universal images for the different types of weather. These symbols can be seen on weather forecasts when you want to know what the weather will be like in a different place or on a date. Ask: What does each image represent? ANSWERS sunny; cloudy; rainy; snowy. A Exchange answers Read each question out loud. Guide students to answer in full sentences. For question 1, note that students can describe the weather for the different seasons. For question 2, note that students need to answer four questions. ANSWERS Sample answers: 1. We have rainy weather. 2. We play soccer when it’s sunny. We do art when it rains. We swim when it’s hot. We play games inside when it’s cold. Build Background: Preparing for Severe Weather A • Preview Read the informational text. Ask: How can we prepare for severe heat? How can we prepare for severe cold? What severe weather conditions have you experienced? How did you prepare for them? Preview the statements with students. • Identify relevant details Elicit from students what a tornado is by looking at picture C. Explain that one of the safest things to do in a tornado is to go into a tornado shelter that is built underground and is not affected by the strong winds. Some countries have apps that can be downloaded on a mobile device and that give warnings of severe weather conditions. This gives people time to prepare and find a safe place. • Ask and answer In groups, students read the directions and share their responses. They need to validate their answers. ANSWERS 1. C; 2. B; 3. A EXPLORE AND LEARN PRACTICE DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION Scaffold Emphasize to students that oral communication is very important in the classroom. Students can brainstorm their answers or draw the weather symbols at the top of the page to help guide their responses. Give students the opportunity to rehearse their responses with a peer. Monitor their discussion and help with vocabulary when necessary. Amplify Students can brainstorm three different types of severe weather and ways to prepare. They can research the information and include images. If there is time, students can share their answers with the class. Weather Use Prior Knowledge You are going to read an informational text called A Meteorologist Talks Weather. Look at these pictures. What is the weather for each one? Preparing for Severe Weather Build Background Weather can be dangerous. It is important to prepare for severe (very bad) weather. If you are prepared, it helps you stay safe. For example, if the power goes out, it’s important to have a flashlight. A Match the pictures with ways to prepare for severe weather. 1. Find out your community’s emergency plan. 2. Use the media (radio, TV, and internet) to stay informed. 3. Put batteries and a flashlight somewhere easy to find. A Discuss the questions. 1. What weather do you have in your area? 2. What activities do you do when it’s sunny? When it rains? When it’s hot? When it’s cold? A B C BEFORE YOU Read UNIT 1 4 UNIT 1 / BEFORE YOU READ
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