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How to Wrap a Gift

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How to Wrap a Gift

Use clues in a how-to text to learn new words.

Read the how-to

Read the steps. Look for clues that tell what new words mean.

How to Wrap a Gift

1You need a box, wrapping paper, tape and scissors. Ask a grown-up to help you cut.

2First, turn the box upside down, so its top is on the bottom. Set it in the center, or middle, of the paper.

3Next, pull the paper over the box. Pull it snug, so it fits close with no loose spots. Tape it down.

4Then trim any extra paper at the ends. To trim means to cut off a little bit.

5Last, fold in the paper at each end. Press each fold hard with your finger to make a crease. A crease is a sharp line where paper is folded. Tape the ends, and your gift is ready!

What does it mean?

Look back at the how-to. Use the clues to answer each question.

1.
Read paragraph 2 again. What does center mean?
Question 1 options
2.
In paragraph 2, what does it mean to turn the box upside down?
Question 2 options
3.
Paragraph 3 tells you to pull the paper snug. Which of these is snug?
Question 3 options
4.
Read paragraph 5 again. Write the word that names a sharp line where paper is folded.

A sharp line where paper is folded is a .

5.
Leo asks, "What does trim mean?" Which paragraph answers his question?
Question 5 options

Use the new words

Show that you know what the new words mean.

6.
Does the sentence tell what a word means, or tell you what to do? Sort the sentences.
7.
Use the word bank to finish the sentences. One word will not be used.

Dad uses scissors to the long ribbon.
Fold the card and press it to make a .
Put the bow in the of the box.

8.
In paragraph 4, what is extra paper? Tell what clue helped you.