Old Yeller

Historical Fiction A story set in the past that contains characters, places, and events that existed or could have existed or happened. - realistic characters -some made up events -details that show the story took place in the past

Characters To understand characters you want to look for text evidence to examine their traits and actions As you read, look for text evidence to help you understand the characters personality and behavior.

Compare and Contract Characters Compare characters to learn more about who they are and why they behave the way they do.

Lesson 7: Vocabulary Strategies: Adages and Proverbs Adage- a traditional expression that has proven to be true over time. Example- “good things come in small packages” Proverb- a saying that expresses common sense wisdom in simple terms-offering practical advice. Example- “ Laughter is the best medicine”

Adages “Don't judge a book by its cover.” “Opposites attract.” “The early bird gets the worm.” “Two wrongs don’t make a right” “Better safe than sorry”

Proverbs “Absence makes the heart grow fonder” “A monkey in silk is a monkey no less” “All that glitters is not gold”