FrindleFrindleVocabulary WordsVocabulary Words

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Fifth GradeFifth GradeUnit 1Unit 1

Chapters 1, 2, and 3

VOCABULARY

Manner or method in which a business or action

is carried on

procedure

To give a quick, hard blow

jolt

made aware; informed

acquainted

made certain that something would happen as

a result

guaranteed

something assigned; especially work to be

done

assignment

a device that functions to establish and

maintain a desired temperature automatically

thermostat

to put off to a later time; postpone

delay

absolutely important; necessary

essential

the edible nut; reddish brown

chestnut

worshipped

paid great honor and reverence to

unfavorable; regrettable or

deplorable

unfortunate

Chapter 1, 2, 3

Begin the story map for the novel.

Put it in the “Response Journal” section at the back of your ELA binder to complete as we read the novel.

1. Describe the steps that Nick took to turn Miss Deaver’s room into a tropical island.

2. Describe Nick’s “science experiment” from 4th grade. 

Response Journal Entry

•Describe Mrs. Granger. Use evidence from the story.•What kind of reputation does Mrs. Granger have?•What does Mrs. Granger love?•Draw a picture of her. Do not color it!

Response Journal Entry

Some words may mean the same thing but have a stronger meaning than another. Author’s use these to show shades of the meaning of a word. For example yelled is a stronger word than said. Shouted can be even stronger than yelled, but whispered is softer than all of them. We can show the shade or change of meaning by listing them from softest to strongest ---- Whisper, said, yelled, shouted

Response Journal Entry

  Have you ever sidetracked someone to avoid something? Describe your experience.

How a word gets into the dictionary

http://www.merriamwebster.com/video/0032-howaword.htm?&t=1326227263

D.O.L. – write the sentences and fix all mistakes as you write them.1. this lady playes for keeps thought

nick2. james said my grades is looking

great because when i comed hear I already done new how to put first things first

3. He raised his hand and he did’nt 4. even wait for mrs granger to

call on him.

Chapters 4, 5, 6

VOCABULARY

Money given to a student to help pay for education

The student with the highest average will receive a scholarship to college.

scholarship

A whole made up of many complicated parts

The constructed response math problem was very complex.

complex

To represent in visible form

The political party embodies all the ideals of our government.

embodies

A solemn appeal of one’s word; the sincerity of a promise

He took an oath to carry out the duties of the office of president.

oath

To bring to a better state; set right

I adjusted the strap in the car to fit her seat.

adjusted

Floor covering made of hardened linseed oil and cork dust

The linoleum floor in the kitchen is very shiny.

linoleum

A group of words that combines with a noun or pronoun to form a phrase

Using prepositions in your writing makes your sentences sound better.

prepositions

Response JournalWhat does the author mean…•Page 19 “schoolwork never spilled over into his free time” •Page 20 “like trying to read the ingredients on a shampoo

bottle”

What are the benefits of homework? What are the drawbacks of homework? Create a t chart to show the pros and cons of

homework.

Homework First!

Response Journal

What does the author mean…•Page 23 “This lady plays for keeps” •Page 25 “eyes drilling a hole in him”

Response JournalEntry #7

The Penny Pantry Store

Label your paper with all info above. Draw the lady at the counter and the shelves behind her in the store. (See page 37) Color the picture. Put it in your response journal section of your binder.

Group work:

Quotes1.Select a quote from Frindle chapters 1-6 that you feel is very important to the story. 2.Write the quote, the page number, and WHY you think that quote is so important on the chart paper.3.Each group will share with the class.

Chapters 7, 8, 9

VOCABULARY

Stressed as being important

Mrs. Flocke emphasized how important it is to study for tests.

emphasized

a mark or sign worn to show that a person belongs to a certain group, class, or rank

The policeman showed his badge to the people he questioned.

badge

One that defends or protects

The defender of the plan told us the details he has set up.

defender

suddenThe electricity went out abruptly during the storm.

abruptly

something that causes disorder

The bell ringing caused a disruption during announcements.

disruption

intentional destruction or damage to property

The boys were arrested for vandalism to the building.

vandalism

to make unable to answer or do

The hardest question really stumped me.

stumped

the part of a public building where the audience sits

The play will take place on the stage in the auditorium.

auditorium

How would your parents react if

you were Nick and the principal came

to your houses?

Response Journal

magic- chocolate milk chocho- chocolatenu nu- pacifier coufus- couch/ sofabasghetti- spaghetti noo woo- pacifierhoppascotch- butterscotch da da- dadbearbay- blanket doo doo- doughnutbutter- brother agilator- alligatortu tu- toy pink rabbit- strawberry milkpetchi- lizzard bun bun- honey bunboo boo- bottle sippi- cuptow tow- truck hoopi- horse

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Chapters 10 - 15 Chapters 10 - 15

Some words may mean the same thing but have a stronger meaning than another. Author’s use these to show shades of the meaning of a word. For example yelled is a stronger word than said. Shouted can be even stronger than yelled, but whispered is softer than all of them. We can show the shade or change of meaning by listing them from softest to strongest ---- Whisper, said, yelled, shouted

Vocabulary Ch 10, 11, 12

something that identifies a person or thing

trademark

the title over an item or article in a newspaper or magazine

“Saints WIN!” was the headline of the sports section.

headline

of or relating to school or college

They were all named academic athletes at LSU!

academic

when someone directs a project or invents an idea

The mastermind behind Facebook is Mark Zuckerberg.

masterminded

to enter one’s name for a publication or service

The teacher subscribed to an educational website.

subscribed

to give or spend money for income or profit

Her investment in the company made her a lot

of money.

investment

being only this and nothing else

Some say the game merely confirmed that he is a great player.

merely

relating to or causing controversy

The movie about politics is very controversial.

controversial

Vocabulary Ch 13, 14, 15

to order not to do

Snow White took a bite of the forbidden apple.

forbidden

permitted by law or established rules

You can legally get a driver’s license at age seventeen.

legally

to continue on in the same way; to allow to happen or continue

The air conditioning repair man endures the heat every day.

endures

noisy excitement and confusion

There was a lot of commotion at the concert.

commotion

a famous or celebrated person

Drew Brees is a famous celebrity.

celebrity

an evil person

Who is your favorite Disney villain?

villain

a mischievous or dishonest person or animal

That dog is a rascal!

rascal

a person who buys goods and services

Most consumers like to read labels

on products before buying.

consumer

Have you had a teacher that has made a big impact on your life? Did you realize it at the time?

Why or why not?

"Every good story," Mrs. Granger writes to Nick, "needs a bad guy, don't you think?"

Explain this quotation and the importance it has in the book.

What is the lesson or theme in the book Frindle?

Give information from the text to support your answer.