Module 26: Rainy Days-Language Arts 3 - Course Guide

Module Overview:

In this module, learners explore how the plot of a story develops through its different parts. They will use text evidence to analyze plot, build vocabulary, and practice using commas, abbreviations, spelling, and capitalization correctly. Learners will also write, revise, edit, and publish a friendly letter while developing cursive writing and reading fluency.

Module Materials:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Material(s)
1	26.1 Rainy Days	timer Language Arts Notebook highlighters (assorted colors)
2	26.2 Rainy Days	Language Arts Notebook;
3	26.3 Rainy Days	timer Language Arts Notebook highlighters (assorted colors)
4	26.4 Rainy Days	Language Arts Notebook highlighters (assorted colors) masking tape (optional) sidewalk chalk (optional)
5	26.5 Rainy Days	Language Arts Notebook;

Module Objectives:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Objective(s)
1	26.1 Rainy Days	Identify irregular spelling in words. Define the plot of a story. Identify how commas are used in direct address and appositives. Summarize the parts of a friendly letter.
2	26.2 Rainy Days	Identify parts of a plot in a story. Recognize abbreviations. Construct a rough draft of a friendly letter. Demonstrate proper letter formation of uppercase cursive letters B and Q.
3	26.3 Rainy Days	Analyze vocabulary words using reference sources and word relationships. Analyze the plot of a story. Use commas in direct address and appositives. Revise a friendly letter.
4	26.4 Rainy Days	Cite text evidence to answer questions about plot. Punctuate abbreviations correctly. Analyze and justify editing choices to improve writing. Demonstrate proper letter formation of uppercase cursive letters B and Q.
5	26.5 Rainy Days	Cite evidence for each part of the plot in a story. Modify text by identifying and correcting errors in spelling, punctuation, and capitalization. Create a published version of your friendly letter. Demonstrate fluency by reading grade-level text.

Module Key Words:

Key Words	Spelling Words	Vocabulary Words
context clues fluency graphic organizer plot commas direct address appositive abbreviations friendly letter rough draft revise edit abbreviation publish	laugh of only please said magnet their today together two use	attic locate treasure primary examine misery

Module Assignments:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Page #	Assignment Title

Learning Coach Notes:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Notes
1	26.1 Rainy Days	Teaching plot elements to learners is easier when each story part is explained with simple language and strong examples. Start by helping your learner identify the conflict, or the main problem the character faces. Then, show how the rising action includes important events that build tension as the character tries to solve that problem. Next, help your learner identify the story’s climax, the most exciting moment when the character must make a big decision or take a bold action. Guide your learner to notice the falling action, which shows what happens because of the climax. Finally, point out the resolution, where the problem is solved and the story comes to a close. Using story maps, anchor charts, and familiar stories can help your learner see how these elements work together to create a complete and meaningful story.
2	26.2 Rainy Days	Friendly letter writing is not as common as it once was, so your learner may need to look at examples to find patterns in them. In the body of a friendly letter, your learner should share the main reason they are writing and give enough details for the reader to understand the event or idea shared in the letter. Your learner should use a clear, friendly tone as they write a few sentences that explain their feelings, describe what they saw or did, and maybe ask a question that the reader could answer in a reply. Remind your learner to write as if they are talking to a real person they care about, using complete sentences and staying on one topic. The letter’s body should sound personal, warm, and easy to follow, just like talking with a friend. You will likely need to provide guidance when your learner is ready to fill out the envelope.
3	26.3 Rainy Days	Learning Coaches can help their students study vocabulary words by practicing a little bit each day. One easy way is to ask your learner to use each new word in a sentence to show that they understand the meaning. Learning Coaches can also make simple flashcards or play quick games like “Guess the Word” to make studying fun. Talking about the words during daily activities helps your learner remember them better. You can also help them expand their vocabulary by studying noun, verb, or adjective forms of the words (for example, <em>examine, examination</em>). When children see, hear, and use the words in different ways, the vocabulary becomes part of their everyday language.
4	26.4 Rainy Days	Learning Coaches can help their students become stronger writers by guiding them through simple editing steps. Encourage your learner to read their work aloud, which often helps them hear missing words, awkward sentences, or places where punctuation is needed. Together, look for common editing targets such as capital letters at the beginning of sentences, correct spelling of grade-level words, and proper punctuation at the end of each thought. You can also ask helpful questions like “Does this sentence make sense?” or “Can we make this part clearer?” Finally, celebrate each improvement so that your learner feels confident and motivated to keep growing as a writer.
5	26.5 Rainy Days	Learning Coaches can extend their learner’s friendly letter writing experience by adding fun, meaningful activities. Encourage your learner to write letters to family members, neighbors, or classmates, and have them include extra details or questions to encourage the letter’s recipient to write back. You can also invite them to create themed letters, such as a letter from the point of view of a book character or a letter describing a special memory. Another extension idea is to have your learner design their own stationery or add illustrations to match the topic of their letter. Finally, let your learner read their letter aloud to practice reading with clarity and a friendly voice before they mail or deliver it. These small challenges help build confidence, creativity, and strong communication skills.

Guiding Questions
Suggested Books

Module Guiding Questions:

When a student starts a lesson ask them questions to check for prior knowledge and understanding and to review concepts being taught. At the end of the lesson ask the questions again to see if their answer changes.

Lesson Title	Question
26.1 Rainy Days	How do the parts of a plot help us understand a story?
26.2 Rainy Days	How can we identify the different parts of a story’s plot?
26.3 Rainy Days	How can we use details from a story to analyze its plot?
26.4 Rainy Days	How can text evidence help us understand the plot of a story?
26.5 Rainy Days	How can text evidence help us explain each part of a story’s plot?

Module Video Questions:

When a student watches a video take time to ask them questions about what they watched. Suggested questions for the videos in this module are listed here. Suggestion: Have the student watch the entire video first all the way through. Then have them watch the video a second time, as they watch it pause the video and ask the questions.

Lesson Title	Video	Question

Module Suggested Read Aloud Books:

Take time to read to your student or have them read aloud to you. Read a different book each day. While reading the book point out concepts being taught. You may purchase these books or find them at your local library. Suggested things to discuss while reading the book:

What is the main idea?
What are three things new you learned?
How does this book relate to what you are learning about?

#	Book	Author	Lexile Level
1	Rainy Day Magic	Marie-Louise Gay
2	Jigsaw Jones Mystery: The Case of the Rainy Day Mystery	James Preller	450L

Module Outing:

Take some time to apply what your student is learning to the real world. Suggested outings are below.

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