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Two informational texts feature community gardens of the past and present and how seeds grow. Scholars read, discuss what they have read, complete a timeline, define words, and compose a brief essay about the texts' main idea.
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Instructional Ideas
- Follow the assessment with a gardening day; plant a garden inside or outside your classroom
- If applicable, visit your school's or community garden and conduct a discussion using prompts from the test
- Assign the assessment prior to state testing as a practice exam to refamiliarize pupils with test-taking strategies
Classroom Considerations
- The test booklet is 18 pages
- The assessment's duration reflects the completion of one part per day
Pros
- The teacher guide includes a rubric for each section with sample answers
- Comes with an extended writing activity for early finishers
Cons
- None