The Magic of Making Series: Reading Centers Bundle

Welcome to "The Magic of Making: A 5-step Reading Comprehension Series." In this captivating journey, we delve into the art and science of food preparation, celebrating the journey from farm to plate while fostering curiosity and appreciation for culinary traditions and cultural practices.

From the cultivation of cocoa beans to the tempering of chocolate, from the churn of ice cream to the stretch of pizza dough, from the aging of cheese to the kneading of bread, from the extrusion of pasta to the grinding of peanuts for butter, and from the popping of corn kernels to the seasoning of popcorn, we'll take you on a sensory journey through the magic of making food.

Every reading in the series follows a structured process, ensuring that students can develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they progress through the activities.

Topics include: Chocolate, Ice Cream, Pizza, Cheese, Bread, Popcorn, Peanut Butter and Pasta.

• In Stage 1, students prepare for the procedural text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text.
• In Stage 2, students dive into the procedural text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center.
• In Stage 3, students are tested on their comprehension with six multiple-choice questions, ensuring that they understand the material before moving on.
• In Stage 4, students explore a case study, again reading independently or in a group.
• Finally, in Stage 5, students are tested once more with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the case study.

This bundle contains:

• 8 procedural styled texts
• 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions
• 8 case studies (one for each concept - Exploring the History)
• 12 multiple-choice comprehension questions (6 per reading) complete with answer sheets for each concept
• Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)

This versatile resource is ideal for educators seeking an engaging and effective teaching tool. Additionally, teachers can utilize this resource as an independent work packet, allowing students to work on it individually, or they can provide it to substitute teachers to maintain continuity in learning during their absence.

To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the texts, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit.

All the very best!