Editorial Development: Bonnie Brook Communications

persuade, or to entertain. As you read, focus on the author’s motivation. Ask yourself: Why did 
the author want to share this story? Then remind students of the 
Determine Important Information
strategy (Week 5). Say: When you have finished reading, think about what first comes to mind 
when you recall the passage. Often, the most important information will stay with you. Then 
have students read the instructions at the top of the page and the passage. When students have 
finished reading, direct them to complete the skill and strategy practice activities. Review the 
answers together.
DAY
2
Remind students of the 
Author’s Purpose
skill. Say: You are going to read a nonfiction passage 
about brown pelicans. Look for details that hint at the author’s purpose. Then remind students of 
the 
Ask Questions 
strategy (Week 6). Read aloud the strategy practice activity question. Say: As you 
read, write any questions you have here. Have students read the passage. When students have 
finished, direct them to complete the skill practice activity. Review the answers together. Then 
discuss the questions and answers the students wrote for the strategy practice activity.
DAY
3
Review the 
Evaluate Evidence
skill with students. Say: You are going to read a passage about finding 
wildlife where you live. Think about the claims the author makes. Look for statements that relate to 
each claim. Then remind students of the 
Determine Important Information
strategy. Say: Good readers 
look for the most important information in a passage. This helps them focus on what the author is 
trying to say. They are not distracted by details that may be interesting but are not relevant to the