GOOD READ: Humorous Fiction Read-Aloud | Whole Class
Captain Awesome Goes to Superhero Camp Book Talk
Show the book cover. Say: The title of this book is Captain Awesome Goes to Superhero Camp . Let’s look at the picture. I see a little boy in a costume. What do you think this book is about? Is this boy Captain Awesome, or do we meet Captain Awesome at Superhero Camp? I wonder what a superhero camp is like. Listen as I read the first four chapters, and let’s find out!
Read Aloud the Text and Explore It Together (pp. 1–12) Who are the members of the Sunnyview Superhero Squad?
Author: Stan Kirby Illustrator: George O’Connor Browse the Book Page through the book and have children notice its genre and features. • Identify Genre/Humorous Fiction Is this book fiction or nonfiction? How do you know? Are there photographs, illustrations, or both? • Explore Text Features Model for children how to use the table of contents. Explain that the numbers beside the titles indicate where readers can find those chapters in the book. • Key Words Write the key words for children. Choose pages on which key words appear, read aloud the text, and discuss their meanings in context. supersonic (p. 2) faster than the speed of sound gadget (p. 15) a small tool or device gear (p. 15) things someone needs to do something ML SUPPORT As you approach each word in the story, point it out and help children define it in their own words or by their actions.
THINK ALOUD I think three friends are members of the squad. They are Supersonic Sal, Nacho Cheese Man, and Captain Awesome. The friends live in an area called Sunnyview. They have fun pretending to be superheroes and fighting bad guys.
(pp. 13–23) What is Camp Ka-Pow?
THINK ALOUD It sounds like a camp where kids can learn to be superheroes and have fun. I might like to go to a camp like that!
(pp. 25–33) How does Eugene (Captain Awesome) first meet Eric (Amazing Man)? Do you think they will be friends? Why, or why not? (pp. 33–43) What are some things kids can do at Camp Ka-Pow? Sum It Up Say: Summer camp can be a lot of fun, but it is also a place to learn and make new friends. Campers can learn cooperation and teamwork while playing and working with others.
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