Thursday, November 29, 2012

Sentence Review

Compound Predicate
A.           The reindeer on the roof made such a clatter and almost fell to the ground.
a.)        Subject: Reindeer
b.)       Predicates: made such a clatter/ almost fell to the ground.
Compound Subject
B.            Santa and the reindeer almost fell off the roof.
Compound Sentence
C.            The reindeer on the roof made such a clatter, and Santa almost fell to the ground.
a. ) Thought 1: The reindeer on the roof made such a clatter
c.)        Thought 2: Santa almost fell to the ground.

Monday, November 12, 2012

Expository Examples

JOBS! JOBS! JOBS!
Jobs are what make us money. It is how we pay for our homes, put food on the table, or buy those fun video games we all love. When I think about jobs that are important I think about authors, teachers, garbage men, but when I think about what I want to be when I grow up I think about a librarian.
          Reading is the key to a successful future. I want to be a librarian to have unlimited books at my finger tips or to learn more about authors. But the reason I want to be a librarian the most is to share my love of reading with others. When children come into the library I want to help them find that perfect novel that they will remember for the rest of their lives. I want to show small children how words create pictures in your mind and show them they can love reading too. With adults, it isn’t too late. I can help them find that one non-fiction book to teach them about World War 2.  I love to read and know that as a librarian I can help others to love it too. Mrs. Moore was my childhood librarian. She first introduced me to the Hank the Cowdog Series. It is because of her that I can’t put a book down. Reading is my favorite thing to do and I think that if I become a librarian I can teach others to enjoy it also.
          Jobs are everywhere you turn. At the grocery store you have a manager, a sacker, or the banker.  Even at school you have principal, teacher, or maybe the nurse. When I grow up I want to be a librarian.

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Expository

It’s Time for the Park
(LEAD)         A special place can be your backyard where all your dreams come true. It may be Space Center of Houston where you met your first astronaut. A special place to me is somewhere I will never forget and can always enjoy.  Some may choose McDonalds or Grandma’s house, my special place is the park down the road. There is a quiet little track surrounding the grass with beautiful trees scattered about. When I am at the park, I feel anything is possible.
(BODY)          A park is special to me for many reasons. I can take a stroll around the benches or enjoy a peaceful walk with my dog Gino. The thing that makes this park the most important to me is that it is a place I can relax. I can step onto the track and let my feet do all the work. Thinking about my day, I instantly feel better. Birds will be chirping and little squirrels will scurry across my feet. Or I can jump onto the swing set and feel the wind in my hair. The trees that are scattered about are always calling my name. I love to grab a good book, bring a blanket and nestle myself under my favorite oak tree. In minutes I am at peace and harmony.  And lastly, at the park I am relaxed because it is always a good place to enjoy a fun picnic with a friend.  Kitty Hollow Park is my special park. Last week I finished my favorite book, The Hatchet, while enjoying a beautiful Fall day. So whether I am just there to get some fresh air or play a game of basketball, the park is my special place because I can always leave there relaxed.
(END IT)        The kitchen, Grandma’s house or AMC movie theater are all important places. My special place to me is the park. I love to sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenery. When I am there, I am my most serene.
Yellow- Reason
Light Blue- Explaination
Pink- Me
Dark Green- Conclusion