1. Pick a science word and write the definition. Chapter 3
Bell work week 20
Pick a science word and write the definition.
Chapter 3

2. Informational text Article: Rocks and minerals
Reading!
Informational text
Article: Rocks and minerals

3. DURING Reading - Strategies
1. Consciously think about what might be important.
2. Use the pictures.
3. Look at charts, maps, and illustrations.
When you find challenging words, use what you know about reading:
1. Use the pictures.
2. Think about what makes sense.
3. Make connections.
4. Use context clues.
5. When you don't understand, stop and reread.

4. 1st time: Read just to get the gist of the article
1st time: Read just to get the gist of the article. (No underlining, highlighting, etc.)
2nd time: Re-read the article and highlight any important information. Make marginal notes!
When finished, put your highlighter or pencil in the middle of your article.

5. On the back of your article…
On the back of your article….. Answer the questions Must be in complete sentences. Write the questions unless you use the question in the answer. 1. What is the difference between a rock and a mineral? 2. What does the word immense mean? 3. What are the 3 classifications of rock? 4. Name one similarity between rocks and minerals? 5. What does the word transformation mean? (You can use a dictionary)