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1 April Fool s Day is a holiday. It is celebrated on April 1 st. Some call it All Fools Day. The holiday is about playing jokes. Some people like to play tricks. You can try to trick someone. If they believe you, tell them about the holiday. You should say, April Fool s! Would you like to play a trick on someone? Day 1: When do we celebrate April Fools? Day 2: What is another name for April Fools Day? Day 3: What do people do on April Fools? Day 4: How do you know you ve been fooled?

2 Earth Day is celebrated on April 22 nd. People celebrate Earth. They honor the Earth. Lots of countries celebrate Earth Day. It is a day to appreciate our planet. Students talk about keeping the Earth clean. They talk about recycling. They do service projects. It is a great day to build community and help others Day 1: What is the purpose of Earth Day? Day 2: How do we know that Earth Day is a very popular holiday? (use a clue from the text) Day 3: What kinds of activities do students do on Earth Day? Day 4: How can service projects help others?

3 Most plants have six parts. The roots bring water and nutrients to the plant. The stem carries the water through the plant to the leaves. The leaves make food for the plant. Some plants make flowers. When the flowers drop off, fruits grow. Inside the fruit are small seeds. Can you name all of them? Day 1: What does the stem do for the plant? Day 2: What do the leaves do for the plant? Day 3: How does a flowering plant get fruits? Day 4: What are the six plant parts listed in the text?

4 Shirley Temple Black was born on April 23, She was an actress. She also sang and danced. She started making movies when she was three. She was known for her curly hair. She had a sweet spirit. Kids loved her and grown ups did too. People loved to watch her on screen. They made dolls that looked like her. Many people bought them. Shirley didn t want to always be in the movies. She wanted to do bigger things! When she got older, she got married and had children. She went to many different countries. She was a diplomat. Mrs. Black lived in California. Name: Day 1: Who is this text mostly about? Day 2: When did Shirley start making films? Day 3: What is something Shirley did after she was done with the movies? Day 4: What was Shirley known for?

5 Today, I made my mom breakfast because it is Mother s Day. On Mother s Day, I like to help Mom. I do things for her too. I draw pictures and make cards. My brother takes out the trash and cleans up. Mom is so happy! Dad even helps! He likes to see mom smile. He bought her something new and shiny. She liked it a lot. I wish every day was Mother s Day! Day 1: Why did the author make Mom breakfast? Day 2: What does the author s brother do for Mom? Day 3: Why does Dad help? (use an answer from the text) Day 4: Why do you think that the author likes Mother s Day?

6 Eating healthy is very important. A salad is a quick, easy, and healthy meal. To make a salad, use fresh lettuce and vegetables. First, wash the greens. Make sure there is no dirt left on them. Next, dress the salad. Just a little dressing is good. Too much can make the salad soggy. Last, carefully toss the salad. Do this slowly. It will get the dressing on all of the greens. Serve the salad in a small bowl Day 1: According to the text, what should you put in a salad? Day 2: What is the second step to making a salad? Day 3: Why does the author say to toss the salad slowly, according to the text? Day 4: What was this article mostly about?

7 The Fifth of May is a holiday in our country. In Mexico, it is called Cinco de Mayo. It is a day to celebrate. We talk about Mexican culture. We eat Mexican food. People sing Mexican songs. They wear Mexican clothes. It was first celebrated after the Civil War. It is celebrated once every year. It is a day full of fun. Would you celebrate too? Day 1: When was Cinco de Mayo first celebrated? Day 2: What is one reason we celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Day 3: What is one of the ways that Cinco de Mayo is celebrated? Day 4: What was this article mostly about?

8 Memorial Day is the last Monday in May. It is an American holiday. It started after the Civil War. It was to honor fallen soldiers. Now it honors any American who dies in service to our country. On this day, people put out flags. People are thankful for freedom Day 1: When is Memorial Day celebrated? Day 2: How do you know that other countries do NOT celebrate this holiday? Day 3: Why do we celebrate Memorial day? Day 4: What is something that people do to celebrate Memorial day?