๐ Topic Summary
Knowing which way is up might seem simple, but it's super important for reading and understanding stories! When a book is right side up, the words and pictures are in the correct direction, making it easy to follow along. If it's upside down, it can be confusing and tricky to read! These activities will help you practice recognizing the correct orientation of books and build important skills.
๐ Part A: Vocabulary
Match the words with their definitions:
| Words |
Definitions |
| 1. Orientation |
a. The surface of a book with the title and author |
| 2. Title |
b. Being in the correct position or direction |
| 3. Upside Down |
c. The name of a book |
| 4. Right Side Up |
d. Turned so that the bottom is now on top |
| 5. Cover |
e. The direction or position of something |
โ๏ธ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Read the paragraph and fill in the missing words:
It is important to hold a book __________. The __________ usually has the title and author. If the book is __________, it will be hard to read the words and see the pictures correctly. Make sure the __________ is facing up!
๐ค Part C: Critical Thinking
Why is it important to make sure a book is right side up before you start reading?