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1 April Fool s Day is a holiday. It is on April first. It is called All Fools Day. It is a funny day. People play jokes. They trick friends. Try to trick someone. If they believe you, tell them about the trick. You should say, April Fool s! 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 April 22 nd. It s a day to honor the Earth. Different countries celebrate Earth Day. Students talk about how to keep the Earth clean. People recycle. They save water. 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 to the plant. The stem carries the water through the plant. The leaves make food for the plant. Plants make flowers. When the flowers drop off, fruits grow. Inside the fruit are small seeds. Can you name all of them? Day 1: How many parts do most plants have? Day 2: What does the stem do for the plant? Day 3: What do the leaves do for the plants. Day 4: According to the text, how does the plant get fruits?

4 Shirley Temple Black was born on April 23, She was an actress, singer, and dancer. She started making films when she was only three. She was known for her curly hair. She was famous. People made dolls that looked like her. Shirley didn t want to always be in the movies. 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 I made my mom breakfast. Today is Mother s Day. I like to help Mom. I do nice things for her too. I draw pictures and make cards. She is so happy to get my card and gift. Dad even helps! He likes to see mom smile. I wish every day was Mother s Day! Day 1: Why did the author make Mom breakfast? Day 2: What does the author 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 important. A salad is a quick and easy meal. Use fresh lettuce and veggies. First, wash the greens. Next, dress the salad. Just a little dressing is good. 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. We celebrate it in our country. In Mexico, it is called Cinco de Mayo. It is a day to celebrate freedom. It is a day to celebrate Mexican culture. People eat Mexican food. They sing Mexican songs. They wear Mexican clothes. It is a day full of fun Day 1: What day do we celebrate Cinco de Mayo? 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. People put out flags. People thank veterans 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?