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There is a reason for everything that happens.

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It’s snowy, so I wore my snowsuit.

Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott My hands were cold, because I forgot my mittens.

Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott When the sun came out, the snowman started to melt.

Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott What happens is called the….. EFFECT

Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott Why something happens is called the….. CAUSE

Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott Let’s see if you can identify the CAUSE and EFFECT.

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The effect is WHAT happened. The cause is WHY it happened. Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

Underline the effect(what) and circle the cause(why) Jody’s dog jumped up and wagged its tail when Jody poured food in its dish. Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

Mary cried because her cat was stuck in the tree. Underline the effect(what) and circle the cause(why) Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

Underline the cause (why) and circle the effect (what): I ran away because the dog growled at me. Underline the effect(what) and circle the cause(why) Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

Underline the cause (why) and circle the effect (what): Mary’s pony ran to the fence when he saw the apple in Mary’s hand. Underline the effect(what) and circle the cause(why) Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

Underline the cause (why) and circle the effect (what): The boy ate too much candy, so he got a stomach ache. Underline the effect(what) and circle the cause(why) Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

Now let’s try some with your Turning Point Keypads.

Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott Directions: Read the sentence. Decide if the words in bold are the CAUSE or EFFECT.

The clock broke when my dog knocked it off the table. 1.Cause (Why) 2.Effect (What) Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

I fell off my bike because my tire hit a rock. 1.Cause (Why) 2.Effect (What) Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

I forgot to mow the lawn, so I can not play. Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott 1.Cause (Why) 2.Effect (What)

Mom was mad when I laughed at my brother. Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott 1.Cause (Why) 2.Effect (What)

I am your friend because you are funny and nice. Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott 1.Cause (Why) 2.Effect (What)

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Sometimes, as readers we are asked identify CAUSE & EFFECT in stories or passages.

Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott Here’s a few tips for helping you identify CAUSE & EFFECT.

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THINK about the ORDER in which things happen. Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

The CAUSE always happens FIRST. It makes the EFFECT happen. Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

The EFFECT happens AFTER the CAUSE. It happens SECOND. Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

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LOOK for CLUE WORDS. Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

These words signify the cause & effect…. Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

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Alligators almost became extinct because people killed too many of them. Cause: Why Effect: What Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

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I fall asleep on the couch when I’m tired. Cause: Why Effect: What Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

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Since we ran out of milk, we went to the grocery store. Cause: Why Effect: What Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

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You should brush your teeth often so you don't get cavities. Cause: Why Effect: What Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

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If I miss the bus, mom will give me a ride to school. Cause: Why Effect: What Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

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Powerful winds blew the roof off the house, and as a result, the family had nowhere to live. Cause: Why Effect: What Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

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I did all my chores, therefore I will get my allowance. Cause: Why Effect: What Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott

Now, let’s use what we’ve learned to help us compare and contrast.

Copyright © 2010 Kelly Mott Cause & Effect Activity: Read the passage. Then complete the chart and identify examples of cause and effect.

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Read the paragraph below and think about WHAT is happening and WHY it is happening. Kim woke up early Monday morning because she had so many things to do. Before going to school she decided to make a list. If I don't make a list I might forget everything Kim thought. Since walking the dog is Kim's job she put that first on her list. She would have to take Spot for a short walk so she wouldn't be late for school. Next on the list was to pack a lunch because her class was going on a field trip to the zoo and they wouldn't be able to eat in the cafeteria today. The last thing on Kim's list was to take her umbrella. Then if it rained she would stay dry and still be able to see all the animals at the zoo. This was going to be a great day!

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Directions: Read the passages and answer the questions that follow.

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