Mae Jemison: Space Scientist Author: Gail Sakurai Biography Includes Photographs Ms. Sheida Calahan Elementary 4 th Grade

Mae Jemison:Mae Jemison:Space ScientistSpace Scientist

Author: Gail SakuraiAuthor: Gail SakuraiBiography Includes PhotographsBiography Includes Photographs

Ms. SheidaMs. Sheida

Calahan ElementaryCalahan Elementary

44thth Grade Grade

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Multiple-Meaning Words Multiple-Meaning words are words that

have more than one meaning or definition. Some words have different meanings in different sentences.

Examples:– park– change– coat– tag

Following Directions Each person must think of a riddle with an

answer that rhymes. You may write it on a post-it.

I’m thinking of something you write with that rhymes with den. (The answer is pen).

I’m thinking of something you use to wash you hands that rhymes with hope. (The answer is soap).

You have 3 minutes to write your riddle down!

Long Vowel Spelling Patterns

Underline the long vowel patterns.

1.lake 9. heal 17. few2.complete 10. see 18. hue3.mice 11. story 19. radio4.rode 12. field 20. oats5.rule 13. maybe 21. snow6.aim 14. high 22. toe7.nail 15. tried 23. flow8.birthday 16. my 24. flight

Long Vowel Spelling Patterns Find and circle the words that have a long

vowel sound in each sentence.

1.The space shuttle Endeavour thundered into the morning sky.

2.Mae’s dream didn’t come true overnight.3.On Earth, the force of gravity keeps us from

floating off the ground.4.Dr. Mae Jemison earned her place in the

history books as the first African-American woman in space.

5.Mae encourages youngsters to follow their dreams.

R/W Wkbk p. 45 – 46“Long Vowel Spelling

Patterns”• Notebook Activities (Unit 1

Workbook)

Word Knowledge

1: transportation transactiontransatlantic

2: atomic heroic scenic

3: personal professional musical

4:She is able to translate English into Spanish.

5: Did you see this scenic view?

6. She is a professional basketball player.

Word Knowledge

These words begin with the prefix trans-. A prefix is attached at the beginning of a word.The Latin prefix trans- adds the meaning “across” to the root.

transport

transaction

transatlantic

“to carry”

-to take from one place to another“across”

“a thing done”“across”

-exchange/a thing done between two or

more people

“across” “Atlantic Ocean”-across the Atlantic Ocean

Word Knowledge

atomic heroic scenic

These words have the suffix –ic, meaning having to do with. The suffix changes each word from a noun to an adjective.

Match the pictures with the correct word by using the meaning of the root word and the meaning of the added suffix –ic.

Word Knowledge

personal professional musical

These words end the suffix –al.

The suffix changes each word to an adjective.

Identify each root word.

Which word had a spelling change before the suffix was added?

person + al

profession + al

music + al

Word Knowledge

decide science

overnight might wired

These words from the story contain the long i sound

spelled i, i_e, and igh.

Identify other words with the long i sound.

Word Knowledge - Sentences

How do farmers transport food to the market?

Identify the word with the prefix trans-.

What is the root word?

Name another word with a prefix plus port.

transport

port

export, import, deport

Word Knowledge - Sentences

Which word has the –ic suffix? scenicIdentify the root word. sceneWhat part of speech is scene? nounWhat part of speech is scenic? adjective

Did you see this scenic view?

Word Knowledge - SentencesWord Knowledge - Sentences

A survival kit is necessary in case of

an emergency.

Identify the word with the –al suffix. survival

Survival is most often used as a noun,

but in this sentence it is used as an adjective.

Identify other words with the –al suffix.

Word Knowledge - SentencesWord Knowledge - Sentences

We can learn about nature through science.

Identify the word with the long i sound.

science

How can we figure out the meaning of a word? apposition – the definition of a word is found

between two commas. prefix base word (Show word structure posters) suffix context clues – help you figure out the meaning

of a word, by using the other words in the sentence as clues.

The magician’s amazing trick of disappearing before our eyes, was unbelievable.

THREE…

TWO…

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LIFTOFF!!

Story vocabulary:

astronaut

excelled

specialized

qualified

applicants

simulates

techniques

astronaut

Mae Jemison knew that she

wanted to be an astronaut.

“Use context clues”

The astronaut walked along

the moon to gather rock samples.

astronaut- a person who travels in space (p. 77)

• Definition: a person who travels in space

• Synonym: cosmonaut, rocketeer

• Part of Speech: noun

astronaut

excelled

In high school, Mae was an honor roll student and excelled in math and science.


Sam studied hard and excelled in science.

excelled- did better than others (p. 80)

• Definition: did better than others

• Base + Suffix: excel + led (words that end with a vowel and ‘l’, change when a suffix is added).

• Synonym: surpass, master, outshine

• Antonym: inferior, fail

• Part of Speech: verb

excelled

specializedAt Stanford, she specialized in African and Afro-American studies and chemical engineering.


Although Jimmy loved to study different types of science, he specialized in biology.specialized- concentrated on one activity or subject (p. 80)

Stanford University

• Definition: concentrated on one activity or subject

• Suffix: -ed

• Synonym: particular, pursue, study

• Part of Speech: adjective

specialized

qualifiedMae was one of only fifteen people chosen from nearly two thousand qualified applicants.


The Olympic swimmer was qualified to teach swimming to young children.

qualified- skilled or experienced at doing something well (p. 82)

• Definition: skilled or experienced at doing something well

• Base + Suffix: qualify + ed

• Synonym: capable, competent

• Antonym: unqualified, incompetent


qualified

applicants “Use context clues”

There were four applicants for the new drama teacher position.

applicants- people applying for or requesting something (p. 82)

Mae was one of only fifteen people chosen from nearly two thousand qualified applicants.

• Definition: people applying for or requesting something

• Base + Suffix: applicant + s

• Synonym: candidates, seekers

• Antonym: boss, owners


applicants

simulates

She flew in a special training jet that simulates zero gravity.


Mary brought in a science project that simulates an erupting volcano.

simulates- imitates (p. 89)

• Definition: imitates

• Base + Suffix: simulate + s

• Synonym: imitates, mimics, copies


simulates

techniquesTo carry out the space-sickness experiment, Mae had been trained in the use of “biofeedback’ techniques.


The doctor had several techniques for treating a sick patient.

techniques- ways of handling something (p. 93)

• Definition: ways of handling something

• Base + Suffix: technique + s

• Synonym: methods, skill, approach


techniques

Vocabulary ReviewVocabulary Review

astronaut - a person who travels in space

excelled- did better than others

specialized- concentrated on one activity or subject

simulates- imitates

techniques- ways of handling something

qualified- skilled at doing something well

applicants- people applying for something

Vocabulary QuizVocabulary Quiz

_____- a person who travels in space

_____- did better than others

_____- concentrated on one activity or subject

_____- imitates

______- ways of handling something

astronaut

simulates specialized

excelled

techniques

Vocabulary Review• astronaut a. ways of handling something • excelled b. imitates• specialized c. skilled or experienced at doing something well • qualified d. people applying for or requesting something• applicants e. concentrated on one activity or subject• simulates f. did better than others • techniques g. a person who travels in space

Mae Jemison is a non-fiction story.

The genre is biography.

A biography is a true story written about a person’s life by another person.

A biography tells important information about a person’s life in chronological order.

It tells how a person felt, talked, and what they thought.

A biography might tell about a person’s whole life or just a specific part of their life.

Mae Jemison : Space Scientist

• Genre- Biography• Point of View- 3rd Person• Author’s Purpose- Inform

Mae Jemison took risks in order to achieve her goals.

Mae Jemison was the first African-American woman astronaut to travel in space. As a child, Mae Jemison wanted to be a scientist and an astronaut. Her family encouraged her to pursue this goal, while others couldn’t imagine Mae ever reaching her goals.

Mae has always lived by the motto, “Don’t be limited by others’ limited imaginations.”

Clues, Problems, Wonderings

Let’s browse the biography Mae Jemison: Space Scientist and look for clues about the story,

problems you may have while reading the story, and wonderings you have about the story.

Nonfiction stories can be browsed in their entirety. Look for main ideas (which are usually in the first

sentence of a paragraph). Look at the title, author’s name, and the photographs taken by

different people.

We want to write our findings in note form.

CLUES PROBLEMS WONDERINGS

Big Ideas The story of Mae Jemison shows the benefits of

taking risks and seeing where they may lead. Many people told Mae that she would not be able to achieve her goals of becoming a scientist and astronaut, but she believed otherwise and worked hard to reach her goals.

The risks that people like Mae Jemison have taken can inspire others to pursue their dreams.

Important accomplishments often involve calculated risks.

Main Idea and Details: Fact and Opinion

• A main idea is the most important point the writer makes. It is what the paragraph (or story) is mostly about!

• details provide more information. They support the main idea.

Writing a Paragraph(or how to build a big Mac)

*Don’t forget the main idea!

Big Mac Cheeseburger What are the ingredients of a Big Mac Cheeseburger?

TOP BUNLettuceTomatoCheesePicklesSpecial SauceMeatBOTTOM BUN

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The topic sentence introduces the main idea of a

paragraph. Although most people believe that man’s best friend is a dog, I think it should be a cat. Cats have been used as pets since the time of the pharaohs in Egypt. They have been found in

countries all over the world. Obviously, cats have been the favorites of man for hundreds of years. I suppose cats are so well liked because they are gentle, friendly, and easy to take care of.

Imagine a cheeseburger without a top bun?!?!

What is missing?

He collects books that were written over a hundred years ago. But he is also interested in the best sellers of today. If I ever need to get him a present, I know I can always please him by buying him a book.

He collects books that were written over a hundred years ago. But he is also interested in

the best sellers of today. If I ever need to get him a present, I know I can always please him by

buying him a book.

Which of the following topic sentences is the best one for the above paragraph?

• A. Reading is fun.• B. Books are my father’s hobby.• C. My father was a main influence in my

life.

What is missing?

The most beautiful flower is the rose because it comes in so many different colors. Another beautiful flower is the daisy which sometimes grows wild. Spring flowers like tulips, daffodils, and crocuses are also very pretty.

One of the most beautiful flowers is the rose because it comes in so many different colors. It’s

petals are soft and vibrant. Another beautiful flower is the daisy which sometimes grows wild. Spring flowers like tulips, daffodils, and crocuses

are also very pretty. Which of the following topic sentences is

the best one for the above paragraph?

• A. Don’t you just love spring?• B. The rose is the most loved flower the

world over.• C. There are many lovely flowers to

consider for your garden.

What is missing?

First, Canada has an excellent health care system. All Canadians have access to medical services at a reasonable price. Second, Canada has a high standard of education. Finally, Canada’s cities are clean and efficiently managed.

First, Canada has an excellent health care system. All Canadians have access to medical

services at a reasonable price. Also, Canada has a high standard of education. A large majority of

Canadians attend college or university. Finally, Canada’s cities are clean and efficiently

managed.

• A. Canada is our friendly neighbor to the north.

• B. There are three reasons why Canada is one of the best countries of the world.

• C. Choose Canada as a great place to vacation.

Main Idea and Details: Fact and Opinion

• A main idea is the most important point the writer makes. It is what the paragraph (or story) is mostly about!

• details provide more information. They support the main idea.

R/W Workbook p. 41 – 42“Main Idea and Details”

• Brainpop and Brainpop Jr. – Main Idea and Details

• Notebooks Files (Unit 1 Workbook)• Main Idea Video Clip

Mae Jemison is a non-fiction story.

The genre is biography.

A biography is a true story written about a person’s life by another person.

A biography tells important information about a person’s life in chronological order.

It tells how a person felt, talked, and what they thought.

A biography might tell about a person’s whole life or just a specific part of their life.

Think about all the stories we have read together and you have read on your own. What are some biographies?

1. Teammates (Jackie Robinson)

Brainpop Jr. - Biography

R/W p. 43 - 44

Types of Sentences• What is a telling sentence? What

punctuation does it end with?

• What is an asking sentence? What punctuation does it end with?

• What is a sentence that shows strong feeling? What punctuation does it end with?

There are 3 types of sentences

Statements/Telling sentences (ends with a .)Asking sentences (ends with a ?)Sentences that show strong feeling (ends with a !)

1. Mae graduated from Stanford . ? !

2. She was ready for new challenges .? !

3. Endeavour was in orbit around earth . ? !

Fill in the punctuation…1. What is your name

2. Yesterday, I bought a bouquet of yellow roses

3. Can you tell me what time it is

4. I LOVE reading

5. I am in the fourth grade

R/W Wkbk p. 47 – 48“Types of Sentences”

• Brainpop and Brainpop Jr.• Notebook files (Unit 1 Workbook)

People Who Must

I painted on the roof of a skyscraper.I painted a long while and called it a day’s work.The people on a corner swarmed and the traffic cop’s whistle never let up all afternoon.They were the same as bugs, many bugs on their way-Those people on the go or at a standstill;And the traffic cop a spot of blue, a splinter of brass,Where the black tides ran around himAnd he kept the street. I painted a long whileAnd called it a day’s work.

The Acrobats

Flying high on silver barsLadies spangled like the sunTurn just so, and then let go-And catch another one!And smile when they come down, and wave,And are not proud of being brave.

• Definition: a person who travels in space

• Synonym: cosmonaut, rocketeer


astronaut

• Definition: did better than others

• Base + Suffix: excel + led (words that end with a vowel and ‘l’, change when a suffix is added).

• Synonym: surpass, master, outshine

• Antonym: inferior, fail


excelled

• Definition: concentrated on one activity or subject

• Suffix: -ed

• Synonym: particular, pursue, study


specialized

• Definition: skilled or experienced at doing something well

• Base + Suffix: qualify + ed

• Synonym: capable, competent

• Antonym: unqualified, incompetent


qualified

• Definition: people applying for or requesting something

• Base + Suffix: applicant + s

• Synonym: candidates, seekers

• Antonym: boss, owners


applicants

• Definition: imitates

• Base + Suffix: simulate + s

• Synonym: imitates, mimics, copies


simulates

• Definition: ways of handling something

• Base + Suffix: technique + s

• Synonym: methods, skill, approach


techniques

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Mae Jemison: Space Scientist Author: Gail Sakurai Biography Includes Photographs Ms. Sheida Calahan Elementary 4 th Grade