Author

1
Authors Viewpoint
Day 1 Wed.

• Comprehension Skill Lesson
• The Keeping Quilt
• Theme 2, Selection 1

2
Authors Viewpoint Includes
Day 1 Wed.

• Her attitude -- what she thinks, feels, and
  believes.
• Her purpose for writing -- why she writes the
  story

3
How do you figure it out?
Day 1 Wed.

• Think about the details the author includes to
  make a point about a subject.

4
Who wrote The Keeping Quilt?
Day 1 Wed.

• Patricia Polacco

She has repeated some details to emphasize an
important idea.
5
Authors Use of Details
Day 1 Wed.

• Why do you think the author includes details
  about Anna clothes when she first came to the
  United States?

6
Carle
Day 2 Wed.

• What is included in the special gift she receives
  when she is born?
• gold
• flower
• salt
• bread

7
When are similar gifts given?
Day 2 Wed.

• Annas engagement
• Carles wedding bouquet

8
Why do you think Patricia Polacco repeats these
details?
Day 2 Wed.
9
Think about it
Day 2 Wed.

• Why does the author repeat the details about the
  quilt?
• What is the authors viewpoint about her family
  traditions?