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Great Schools, Thriving Communities

WHO WE ARE

Created in 2016, the Great Schools, Thriving Communities Coalition, created in 2016, is the first and only ongoing education coalition that encompasses practitioner, advocacy, and social justice organizations.  GSTC pursues inclusively created policies that promote an adequate, equitable and sustainable school finance system that meets the needs of every Colorado student.

WHAT WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED

• In 2021-2022, developed Initiative 63 to increase funding for teachers and students support professsionals without increasing tax rates.

• Actively supported Proposition CC in 2019, the Fair Tax Colorado initiative and Amendment B (property tax reform) in 2020, and developed Initiative 63 to increase funding for teachers without increasing tax rates in 2021-22.

• Developed Amendment 73, a 2018 citizens initiative to add $1. 6 billion to Colorado’s school finance system, to be distributed in a way that would better meet the individual needs of students. GSTC partners gathered more than 100,000 volunteer signatures to qualify Amendment 73 for the ballot, where the measure came closer to success than any previous statewide school funding tax increase, despite the campaign being outspent 3:1 in the fall. 

• Meets monthly to discuss and advance ballot and legislative issues; co-create communication and outreach strategies; and learn together about ways to make the Coalition and our own organizations more inclusive and responsive to the needs of individuals and populations that have been underserved traditionally.

WANT TO BE A PART OF THIS DIVERSE, INCLUSIVE, ACTION-ORIENTED COALITION?   Please email Ben Robinson ([email protected]) to learn more and find out how.

Advocates for Public Education Policy	a4pep. org
AFT Colorado	co.aft.org
The Arc of Arapahoe & Douglas Counties	arc-ad.org
The Arc of Colorado	www.thearcofco.org
Colorado Association of Bilingual Education	www.cocabe.org
CLLARO	www.cllaro.org
Colorado Association of Gifted and Talented	www.coloradogifted.org
Colorado Association of School Boards	www.casb.org
Colorado Association of School Executives	www.co-case.org
Colorado BOCES Association	www.coloradoboces.org
Colorado Children’s Campaign	www.coloradokids.org
Colorado Council of Churches	www. cochurches.org
Colorado Education Association	www.coloradoea.org
Colorado PTA	copta.org
Colorado Rural Schools Alliance	www.coruralalliance.org
Colorado School Finance Project	cosfp.org
Denver Families for Public Education	https://www.denverfamilies.org/
Great Education Colorado	www.greateducation.org
Mile High United Way	unitedwaydenver.org
NAACP	www.naacpstateconference.org
National Center for Learning Disabilities	www.ncld.org
Northeast Colorado BOCES	www.neboces.org/o/ne-colorado-boces
Pinnacle Partners
Project VOYCE	www. projectvoyce.org
Public Education Business Coalition	www.pebc.org
Stand for Children	stand.org/colorado
Support Jeffco Kids	www.supportjeffcokids.org

GreatSchools, Colorado Succeeds Announce Expanded School Rating System for Colorado Parents

DENVER, CO – Dec. 5, 2017 — GreatSchools — the leading nonprofit provider of trusted school information, and Colorado Succeeds, a coalition of business leaders focused on improving education —announce today new ratings for all Colorado schools on GreatSchools.org. Parents and families statewide now have access to expanded information about important aspects of schools — including student progress and equity — that can help them support their children’s education and take action to improve their local schools.

Utilizing data from sources including the Colorado Department of Education and the U. S. Department of Education’s Civil Rights Data Collection, the new GreatSchools rating system incorporates rich information into its one through 10 Summary Rating and school profiles to ensure school ratings reflect factors that are connected to students’ success in college, career, and life. For more information on the new GreatSchools ratings, visit GreatSchools.org.

The new GreatSchools Summary Ratings in Colorado include the following (where sufficient data are available):

• An Academic Progress Rating that shows how much a school helps students improve academically throughout the school year;
• An Equity Rating that indicates whether a school effectively serves all groups of students, including students in different ethnic groups and students from low-income families;
• A College Readiness Rating that indicates how well students are prepared for college based on key measures, like graduation rates, college entrance tests, and AP coursework when available;
• A Test Score Rating that reflects annual results from Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) for a school compared with scores statewide.

“We believe schools must serve the needs of every child, in every community, and we know that parents play an enormous role in ensuring this happens,” said Matthew Nelson, president of GreatSchools. “We hope our new rating system and school profiles will further enable parents to be strong advocates for their children — and all children in their communities — to help all kids have a shot at success. We look forward to partnering with Colorado Succeeds and others to advance this work in Colorado.”

GreatSchools’ new school profiles were designed with an explicit focus on the types of information parents need and the support that can help them take action with this information. For example, if a parent sees that their child’s school has a low Equity Rating compared to other schools in their state, they will find tips on how they can engage teachers and administrators to discuss improving the education of all students at this school. In addition, GreatSchools will continue to offer stories, videos, tips, grade-by-grade newsletters, and interactive tools for parents on ways to support their children’s academic and social-emotional development from preschool through high school.

“Colorado families want access to information that will allow them to make the best decision for their child’s education,” said Scott Laband, president of Colorado Succeeds. “Our business coalition and local partners have long supported and provided this through Colorado School Grades. We are excited to continue to make this easy-to-understand and critical information available to Colorado families through GreatSchools’ Colorado profiles.”

Colorado Succeeds and GreatSchools formalized a partnership in 2017 to offer more robust Colorado school ratings and school profiles on GreatSchools.org. Prior to this, Colorado school performance ratings were provided on ColoradoSchoolGrades.com, an A through F school performance website used by more than 1.5 million Coloradans.

About GreatSchools
GreatSchools is the leading national nonprofit empowering parents with essential information to navigate and improve educational opportunities for their child. GreatSchools’ trusted ratings and school quality information help parents find the right school for their family and take action to improve schools in their communities. Thousands of articles, tips and interactive tools help parents support their child’s learning and well-being every day. Families, community leaders and policymakers turn to GreatSchools for the school information they need to guide children to great futures.

About Colorado Succeeds
Colorado Succeeds is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, nonpartisan coalition of Colorado’s business leaders who join forces to ensure our education system works better and smarter for all people of Colorado. We believe Colorado is the best place to live and work, and we want it to stay that way. This great state can only continue its tradition of excellence when all of our children are educated to their greatest potential and all of our businesses have the talented and innovative workforce they need to thrive. We believe great schools are good business. We know when Colorado schools improve, everybody wins.

Choosing a school in America on the example of Colorado

“Schools are sold in America, not houses” – I heard this phrase about five years ago from friends who ate a dog while looking for a home and placing a child in a school. And indeed it is. Two approximately the same houses in two approximately the same areas can differ in price just because the first house is attached to a good school, and the second to a school with a low reputation. The level of schools is an important criterion when choosing a home, and it is taken into account not only by families with school-age children, but also by families without children at all. Homes located near high-ranking schools always sell faster and for more.

Every major city in America is divided into school districts. In Denver, the Cherry Creek School District is considered especially prestigious, and although it includes both good and not so good schools, it is still in high demand, as it is generally considered one of the best. The apartment complexes for rent related to this area, in their advertising, always proudly beat their heels in the chest, and are snapped up like hot cakes by those for whom the school issue is acute.

A few years ago, our family moved into a wonderful residential complex – large, green, with a lake, a playground, swimming pools, courts, security at the entrance and a million other joys. But at the time of the move, Vintik was still in kindergarten age, and my husband and I, who were not particularly versed in school districts, only knew that head to head with our future home was the best school in Denver – Challenge School. That is, the child could be sent to school by throwing over a common fence. In such a situation, who would want to look at the map of school districts (see above) and find out if, according to this map, this side of the fence is connected to that one?

But, as it turned out later, the dividing line ran exactly along the ill-fated fence, and if on the other side was the Cherry Creek school district, then on this side it was already Denver Public Schools, to which we were assigned. The current Vintik school in the ranking of Colorado schools is in 298th place out of 876 available, but at the same time it is included in the Denver Top 40 Public Elementary Schools. That is, quite an ordinary school with indicators somewhat better than average.

Rating of all schools in America can be found here – http://schooldigger.com

This is a very good site. I recommend it for study to anyone who is busy looking for a school. The rating is formed primarily on the basis of the results of tests in mathematics, reading, writing, science, etc., which are taken by schoolchildren once a year. Tests are taken separately in third grade at Elementary School, sixth grade at Middle School, and ninth grade at High School, and scores are compared to average scores a) for the school district; b) throughout the state as a whole. Test scores at the Challenge School are the highest in Colorado year after year, which is why it takes the honorable first place in the ranking of elementary and secondary schools.

In addition, on the site you can find out what the demographic situation in the school is, which, you see, is important.

This is how things are at Challenge School (1st place):

This is how it is at my son’s school – Highline Academy (298th place):

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Something to think about…

Tags: USA, children, children – school

Lessons Colorado for Ivanteevka

George Bovt

Plot:

Shooting at the Ivanteevka school

06 September 2017 20:07 Society

Political scientist Georgy Bovt, Columnist “VM” / Photo: Anna IvANTSOVA, “Evening Moscow »

They say that a “school shooter” in Ivanteevka near Moscow wrote on social networks about the mass shooting at the Columbine school in Colorado. Interested in experience, so to speak. It didn’t bother anyone.

Now, however, there will be occasion to look at Columbine’s experience in other ways, in terms of improving safety in our schools. Moreover, unlike America, we do not have free possession of firearms.

The April 1999 shooting at Columbine School by two students (13 people killed, 37 injured) stirred up the whole of America, prompting the authorities to take massive measures to improve school safety. This was done at the local, state level.

The federal authorities only made recommendations.

By the way, school self-government institutions played an important role in this regard, both at the level of school districts (where they are elected) and at the level of school parent committees: parents know the situation in their school better and more accurately assess the potential danger and the necessary countermeasures, than officials from the sometimes distant center.

American schools did not begin to install metal detector frames everywhere. Less than 2% of primary schools (with random testing), approximately 8% of secondary schools and 9% of the so-called high school (“high school”, an analogue of our senior classes above the 9th). We are talking about statistics in “public”, in our opinion, public schools. In private schools, the contingent is generally calmer. American public figures and teachers believe that the presence of metal detectors in schools has a negative impact on the environment in the educational institution. Not a prison though.

On the other hand, a police officer is much more common now in US schools. And this is not an elderly retired security guard, lounging at the entrance and having no clear responsibilities. Police officers are present in 15% of American elementary schools on a full-time basis, in 37% of middle schools and almost half of “high schools”. Unlike in the past, entry to almost all American schools is now limited – only for “their own”. Various monitoring systems have been introduced, cameras are in 75% of public schools. More than half of the schools introduced photo passes. In every tenth school, “badges” with a photo must be worn constantly in a conspicuous place. A quarter of schools are regularly searched for weapons and drugs.

Top 10 In Home Child Care in Puyallup, WA

Recent in home child care reviews in Puyallup, WA

Kelly P.

Kelly has been absolutely wonderful and my son enjoy having her pick him up from daycare and being apart of his care.

– Ruth G.

Alyssa C.

Very professional, kids really enjoyed her company!

– Morgan M.

Elisha S.

Elisha has been my daughter’s Nanny for the past 9 months. During that time, my family has been blessed by her and her family. I never worry about leaving N with Elisha. She is the most nurturing and loving person I have met. Her home is clean and her family cares about their nutrition – whichextends to N as well. We are so lucky to have found someone like her who truly loves our daughter. That’s what makes this transition so heartbreaking. Extenuating circumstances has led us to not being able to use her anymore. I will be forever grateful to Elisha and her family for fervently loving N. For treating her as their own. For teaching her strong Christian values.
Look no further than this woman. She is the best and will always have a place in our hearts….

– Lauren B.

Tina R.

Tina, has been an splendid person to have and specially to watch my kids. She is so sweet and caring and always willing to go the extra mile to keep kids busy. She is patient, reliable and always on time. Tina is always available even on a time short notice. My children adore her so much and I knowI can always count on her no matter what. You won’t regret having her around….

– Wendy A.

Karen R.

My daughter absolutely loved Karen! She was patient, flexible, and easy to communicate with. Would 100% recommend her!

– Katherine B.

In home child care in Puyallup, WA

Description:

I am stay at home mom of three children and I am willing to care for kids at my home. I have 12 years of experience with my own kids and I have also babysat for friends and family. I am CPR certified andwilling to get a background check done. I am mature, trustworthy, caring and patient plus I love being around kids of all ages. I would love to share my knowledge and experience with your family.. Thank you…

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Suzette C. | Puyallup, WA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp • 40 yrs old

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter With BS In Social Work

Description:

My name is Suzette. I am 37 years old and I was in the army for several years. I have been a nanny and babysitter for the past 10 years since I left the military. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also haveran an in home daycare for military families. I have a BS in Social Work and I am working on my Master’s degree in teaching at the moment. I really enjoy children and I love to see them develop and so it has led me to become a teacher. I love the outdoors and outings such as the library, zoos and many more activities. I can provide you with a few references if need be….

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Description:

I am available weekends and weekday evenings. I work from home in the mortgage industry, in IT during the day.
A little bit about me: I graduated from CWU in 2019. I used to be a full time nanny, and I havebeen babysitting for 14 years. I live in the South Hill/Puyallup Area, we just bought our home down here in November. In my free time I love to cook/bake, hike, walk and train my dog, do yoga, paint and play video games (Nintendo switch and Xbox). My fiancé and I just got engaged, so I am trying to make extra money to save for our wedding.
While babysitting, my favorite activities are arts & crafts, cook/bake, build blocks, read books, play outside, basketball, go on walks, watch movies, play video games, play board games and playdoh.
I love animals. I have a Siberian husky and 2 cats….

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Jeanne S. | Puyallup, WA

<$10/hr • 6 yrs exp • 65 yrs old

Experienced Babysitter Available Full and Part-Time

Description:

Hi my name is Jeanne and I live here in Puyallup I have over 6 years experience in child care infant through preteens I have 5 children of my own and 2 grandchildren. I love taking care of children I have aneducation in Basic Child Care Training through Clover Park Inst. S, T, A, R, S, and CPR and FIRST AID Certified. I enjoy reading Children’s books, arts and crafts, music, I love to sing and dance playing games helping with home work and spending time out doors. I have had several nanny positions and also worked as a assistant preschool teacher. I have my own car and insurance I would like very much to help you in your child care. I’m a very dependable trustworthy, and caring person that understands the millstones of all ages of children. Thank you…

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I have cared for children of all ages since high school. I took Early Childhood Development classes in high school. I also went to Bates Technical College and continued with Early Childhood Development classes.I have 15+ years of Nanny experience. I have also watched several sets of multiples. The care needs to be in my home. I am patient, responsible, caring, love arts and crafts, good with cooking and cleaning. I am able to pick up and return your children as needed. I drive a 2015 Honda Odyssey with Diono car seats. This occupation has been my calling!…

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Hello. I’m Kelly. It’s a joy to meet you! I am a 41-year-old single mom to 3 teens. I am patient and love to learn through play with the children I care for. I have only worked part-time outside of my homewhile I raised my children the past 20 yrs as a dedicated mom and military spouse. I hope to meet you and your children soon!…

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Recent Review:

Kelly has been absolutely wonderful and my son enjoy having her pick him up from daycare and being apart of his care.

Reviewed by Ruth G.

Description:

I have been a Nanny for two children for the past two years and four children before that for the past 9 years. I have two children that I was raising as a stay at home mom before that, they are now 16 and 17.I love children and have watched and taken care of children of all ages since I was very young. I received my ECE certificate in 1998 from the West Sound Technical Skills Center. I love to be involved and am currently a volunteer at my children’s school and a PTA member. I also have three pets that are chihuahua’s so if you have a pet that you need taken care of while your at work or on vacation I would love to help you out. I am also more than happy to help with household chores or tasks such as cleaning, shopping, cooking, etc….

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As a teenager, I babysat regularly for family members and was then referred to their friends and so on. The age ranges were from about 3 months to 13 years old. In 2014 we moved to North Carolina for a coupleof years. While there I was a nanny for a family of 2. My only daughter at the time tagged along and she became great friends with their sweet children and we really enjoyed our time there. Before we had our daughters I worked at an elementary school teaching musical dance theater, aerobics, track, and drama. I worked with Kindergarten through 6th grade for about 5-6 years. After deciding to be a stay-at-home mom, I subbed for the same school for another year or so. I absolutely love staying at home with our 3 daughters ages 9, 4, and 2. I prepare fun snacks, crafts, and activities for them daily. I really enjoy it! Caring for children by helping them to grow mentally and physically is a passion of mine. Thank you so much for your consideration!…

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Description:

Hello, my name is Laura. I am 30 and have been a professional Household Manager and Nanny for 6 years. I value high integrity and building great connections with the families I work for by ensuring I invest notonly in their family and home, but in the care it takes to have a thriving employer/employee relationship. I excel most in situations that need order, structure, and love. I thrive most when I get to change a once chaotic situation, into a peaceful one. I am willing to provide personal assistant work, grocery shopping, errand running, meal prepping, organizing, cleaning, laundry, coordination of house staff and scheduling, house moving, selling items, cleaning out/purging services, house sitting, pet sitting, and so much more! Looking forward to connecting with you. God Bless!…

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Jessica N. | Puyallup, WA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp • 42 yrs old

Fun, Loving And Outgoing Nanny Available

Description:

Hello, my name is Jess. I have 17 years experience as a nanny as well as several years of daycare/babysitting experience. I have been very lucky that my last three nanny positions I have watched the children inmy own home, and would like to continue to do that. Im only looking to work for one family at a time either part time or full time. I have noticed that kids get bored staying at home all day and need to get out every now and then. I love to go on walks, go to the zoo, parks, play areas, wiggle works, bouncy house, anything that get the kiddos out for a bit. I am also a mom of three wonderful children. I have a 14-year-old son, 7-year-old daughter, and 4-year-old daughter. My son and older daughter will be in school full time and my youngest goes to preschool 3 days a week for 2 hours. I am reliable, loving, and organized. I follow your rules and try to accommodate things the family I work for wants. I’m super easygoing and flexible….

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Alyssa C. | Puyallup, WA

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp • 30 yrs old

Household Manager/Mother’s Assistant

Description:

Years of Experience: 10+
Type of Experience:
Nanny
Daycare
Sunday School
Summer Camp.
Skills:
– Provides for a variety of unique needs that may apply like extreme behavior personality types or basicspecial needs.
Qualities:
– Nurture, attentiveness, & multi-tasking
– Anticipating needs by listening to the events in the home, knowing daily schedules, learning personalities, understanding child’s moods throughout the day, & upkeep in activities that go into household care.
– adaptable & flexible
Regular Activities:
Naps
Diapers
Homework
Tidying
Activities
Transportation
Bath Time
Meals
Communication with parents about any occurrences of concern + additional updates with work load
Daily Tasks:
Dishes
Laundry
Household Activities:
Cleaning surfaces
Vacuum
Sweep
Meal Prep
Additional Assistance:
Organizing Spaces
Errands
Pet Care
Travel Nanny, flights or help on vacation
Additional services may be applicable
Vaccine not required for hire. …

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Recent Review:

Very professional, kids really enjoyed her company!

Reviewed by Morgan M.

Description:

Providing care for seniors/children is a Passion of mine. I have been a caregiver for 4 years. I am CNA, I have worked for home care for about a year and was recruited from the company for in office scheduling.I am looking to get back in the field to do what my heart desires. Everyone needs care at some point but not just anyone can provide that care.
Please consider me for this position. I have open availability and reliable transportation. I have 2 little bundles of my own that I love to the end of this world….

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Hello, my name is Elisha! I am a mother of two sweet boys (ages 2 and 11) I have taken care of kids since I was a young teenager but have been nannying more professionally for the last 5 years.
I’ve been veryfortunate to have met and worked with some pretty amazing families with kids ages raging from newborn-11 years old.
The first family I started with was for a wonderful family with two boys (ages 3 and 5) I’d get them ready in the morning, make their meals, clean dishes and fold laundry while they were eating or napping. We stayed busy playing outside, going to the park or their favorite bouncy places, reading, coloring and playing with toys. My most recent position however was for an adorable baby girl in my home.
I believe all children should have a memorable experience in their childhood days and I will help make that experience as unforgettable as possible. I look forward to meeting you and your little ones! Thanks for taking the time to read my profile….

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Recent Review:

Elisha has been my daughter’s Nanny for the past 9 months. During that time, my family has been blessed by her and her family. I never worry about leaving N with Elisha. She is the most nurturing and lovingperson I have met. Her home is clean and her family cares about their nutrition – which extends to N as well. We are so lucky to have found someone like her who truly loves our daughter. That’s what makes this transition so heartbreaking. Extenuating circumstances has led us to not being able to use her anymore. I will be forever grateful to Elisha and her family for fervently loving N. For treating her as their own. For teaching her strong Christian values.
Look no further than this woman. She is the best and will always have a place in our hearts….

Reviewed by Lauren B.

Tina R. | Puyallup, WA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp • 58 yrs old

Middle Aged Caring Woman Who Loves All Children Looking To Care For Kids

Description:

My name is Tina I am a 50-something year old mother of one who currently lives in Puyallup, WA. . I attended De Anza College in 1992 and moved from Sunnyvale, Ca to Petaluma, Ca in 1999. I lived in SonomaCounty from 1999 to 2018. I lived in Yuma for from 2019 to 2021 and now I permanently reside in Puyallup, WA.
I have watched many children professionally for many years. From 10 months to 14 years old. Just recently I watched a brother and sister ages 2 and 10 months for about a year and really bonded with them. The father was laid off and able to care for them at home so I was no longer needed.
I LOVE all children and would be honored to watch yours. I will keep your child engaged in all activities whether it be arts and crafts, playing or studying.
Everyday will be different, fun and educational. I am energetic, fun, have a great sense of humor and a great role model for all ages. I am flexible and have excellent references….

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Recent Review:

Tina, has been an splendid person to have and specially to watch my kids. She is so sweet and caring and always willing to go the extra mile to keep kids busy. She is patient, reliable and always on time. Tinais always available even on a time short notice. My children adore her so much and I know I can always count on her no matter what. You won’t regret having her around.. ..

Reviewed by Wendy A.

Karen R. | Puyallup, WA

$10-18/hr • 4 yrs exp • 28 yrs old

Excellent Babysitter You Can Count On

Description:

Hello my name is Karen I am providing childcare at my home. I am a mom of two children ages 2 and 4 . I also have worked in the past at a daycare for about 3 years with children of all ages. I try to maintain asafe and a clean home and prepare nutritious meals everyday…

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Recent Review:

My daughter absolutely loved Karen! She was patient, flexible, and easy to communicate with. Would 100% recommend her!

Reviewed by Katherine B.

Description:

Hello! My name is Jazmine P, I have a son named A who is the coolest toddler! We love kids and can’t wait to help out and assist a family needing a nanny!!! I use to nanny and be a in home care giver beforebecoming a stay at home mom! Now I’m ready to get back out there! we just moved to Lakewood and hope to assist a family near by. ..

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Recent Review:

Jazmine responded to my request for a one time caregiver in a timely manner and was very honest about her availability. She is very polite and I recommend messaging her for hire.

Reviewed by Kayleigh B.

Andrea M. | Puyallup, WA

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp • 23 yrs old

Experienced Nanny Looking For A Full Or Part Time Opportunity

Description:

Hello,
My name is Andrea. I have 7 years experience caring for children in both the daycare, school, and the home settings. I have worked with children between the ages of newborn and school age, and I haveworked with both special needs kiddos and neurotypical kiddos. I am CPR and first aid certified, and a former healthcare provider. I believe children thrive through activities/interactions that are child-centered and child-led. I am familiar with the stages of child development and how to engage children in developmentally appropriate activities. I have experience working alongside physical and occupational therapists to integrate motor skill activities in ways that feel like play. I strongly believe in the value of play and creative expression as learning….

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Hi! My name is Jeanette, and I have worked in childcare for 7 years. I’m certified as a medical assistant and my CPR/ First aid certificate is up to date. I’ve worked with infants all the way up to12-year-olds. I am very reliable, trustworthy and energetic. I love spending time with children and help them reach there age appropriate milestones. I have an 18-month-old son and at the moment I am a stay at home mom. I am looking for a loving family that won’t mind my son tagging along….

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Recent Review:

Very patient with kids.
Competent and experienced with Kids ranging from new born to ages 10.

Reviewed by Saul M.

Description:

I am a stay at home mom with a 4-year-old of my own. We have 2 dogs and love others pets! I am 24, married, and looking for a part time job.

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Description:

I began my journey as an in-home family daycare provider when my first daughter was born, 27 years ago! My approach focuses on creating a safe, loving, and educational environment. I am passionate aboutproviding a home where children have the opportunity to grow, learn, and build friendships.
I care for children ranging from 0 months old to 12 years old, offering full day services as well as before and after school care within the Fife School District.
When working with parents, communication and teamwork are my priorities in order to provide the smoothest transition and consistent care for your child.
Please feel free to contact me for specific details, references, and any additional questions or information….

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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Puyallup, WA

How do I find in-home child care near me in Puyallup, WA?

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How much does in-home child care near me cost in Puyallup, WA?

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In-Home Daycare and Group Home Child Care in Puyallup WA

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ABC & Me Early Learning Center LLC

16209 83rd Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98375 | (253) 228-3040

ABC & Me Early Learning Center LLC is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Deaton Janelle

70th Avenue Court E, Puyallup, WA 98375 | (253) 847-7365

Deaton Janelle is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of 12 months – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Anic Kimberly

12116 125th Street Ct E, Puyallup, WA 98374 | (253) 509-4770

Anic Kimberly is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Benson Childcare

Puyallup, WA 98373 | (253) 355-5495

Benson Childcare is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Lil Life Childcare

123rd Ct Se, Puyallup, WA 98374 | (253) 332-4415

Lil Life Childcare is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 9 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of 18 months – 13 years 0 months. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Mama Bear’s Daycare

Puyallup, WA 98375 | (206) 617-3035

Mama Bear’s Daycare is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Sandra smiths daycare

74 Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98373 | (253) 848-6287

Sandra smiths daycare is a Family Child Care Home in PUYALLUP WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 12 years 0 months. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

There is no place like home

Puyallup, WA 98375 | (253) 951-1164

There is no place like home is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 9 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 6 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Wood Karen A

58th Ave Ct E, Puyallup, WA 98373 | (253) 845-5305

Wood Karen A is a Family Child Care Home in PUYALLUP WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

A Lot of Love Daycare and Preschool

18th St Sw, Puyallup, WA 98371 | (253) 770-1964

A Lot of Love Daycare and Preschool is a Family Child Care Home in PUYALLUP WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 11 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

A Mother’s Love Daycare

7th St Sw, Puyallup, WA 98371 | (253) 376-0791

A Mother’s Love Daycare is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Aicha Parkouda

Puyallup, WA 98373 | (206) 227-9304

Aicha Parkouda is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

All Smiles Home Daycare

104th St E, Puyallup, WA 98373 | (253) 961-3856

All Smiles Home Daycare is a Family Child Care Home in PUYALLUP WA, with a maximum capacity of 10 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Baby Bear Home Daycare

95th Ave Ct. E, Puyallup, WA 98375 | (253) 848-3672

Baby Bear Home Daycare is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 10 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Cheris Learning & Child Care Center

140 St Ct E, Puyallup, WA 98373 | (253) 537-7973

Cheris Learning & Child Care Center is a Family Child Care Home in PUYALLUP WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 11 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Giggles -n- Grins Childcare & Preschool

Puyallup, WA 98374 | (253) 298-9970

Giggles -n- Grins Childcare & Preschool is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Grenzner Jamie

12805 130th Ave. Ct. E., Puyallup, WA 98374 | (425) 269-1595

Grenzner Jamie is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Ida’s Open Arms Childcare

187th St E, Puyallup, WA 98375 | (253) 677-1566

Ida’s Open Arms Childcare is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of 3 years 0 months – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Kinzler Crysta

Puyallup, WA 98374 | (253) 905-9350

Kinzler Crysta is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Little Hands and Feet Childcare

Puyallup, WA 98374 | (206) 948-7453

Little Hands and Feet Childcare is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 8 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 12 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Little Learners

24th St S E, Puyallup, WA 98374 | (253) 446-6966

Little Learners is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Luna Adriana

69th Ave Ct E, Puyallup, WA 98373 | (253) 538-5296

Luna Adriana is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Meza-Ramos Nancy

10th Ave Nw, Puyallup, WA 98371 | (253) 457-5946

Meza-Ramos Nancy is a Family Child Care Home in PUYALLUP WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of 2 years 0 months – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

My Ohana Childcare

56th Ave Ct E, Puyallup, WA 98371 | (253) 841-3181

My Ohana Childcare is a Family Child Care Home in PUYALLUP WA, with a maximum capacity of 10 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Peggy’s Playhouse

18304 118th Ave Ct E, Puyallup, WA 98374 | (360) 893-6811

Peggy’s Playhouse is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Pricila Amaya

Puyallup, WA 98375 | (253) 314-4025

Pricila Amaya is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Shayan’s Playground

Puyallup, WA 98375 | (206) 602-8297

Shayan’s Playground is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Sunny Hill Child Care

89th Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98375 | (253) 841-4616

Sunny Hill Child Care is a Family Child Care Home in PUYALLUP WA, with a maximum capacity of 10 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of birth – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

T’s Family Daycare

Puyallup, WA 98375 | (253) 320-3504

T’s Family Daycare is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of 2 years 0 months – 13 years 0 months. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Unicorn Family Childcare LLC

Puyallup, WA 98372 | (206) 304-8542

Unicorn Family Childcare LLC is a Family Child Care Home in Puyallup WA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children.

PUZZLE PIECE EARLY LEARNING CENTER, LLC, CHILD CARE CENTER

PUZZLE PIECE EARLY LEARNING CENTER, LLC

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PUZZLE PIECE EARLY LEARNING CENTER, LLC is a child care center in Washington, Franklin County, Missouri that welcomes your child and family. Sensitive, loving interactions with teachers are the active ingredients of high quality early care and learning programs. Children benefit socially, intellectually and physically from participation in quality group care experiences, with proven results that last into their school years. Quality child care/day care programs also involve parents—regularly telling you about your child’s daily activities, and sharing information about child development topics and activity ideas to enjoy at home.

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Symphony of the Damned read online Jack Rogan (Page 18)

Time passed. Anton would soon take over, but since they wouldn’t kill Josh, Angie thought she could let herself relax a bit. Then, as soon as she has the opportunity, she will find and turn on the beacon. The FBI will rush in here, and the Rio brothers, along with those who are on their side, like Dwyer, for example, will go to prison.

If the price she has to pay for her own well-being means Dwire’s time, she’ll live through it. nine0003

“I won’t let anything bad happen to you. You have nothing to be afraid of … “Cretin,” she thought, remembering his words. She has something to be afraid of. And Dwyer can’t do anything.

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— What the hell is this place? Tori whispered, speaking more to herself than to Gabe.

The sun baked the back of her head, sand got into her shoes, but minor inconveniences ceased to bother her when they literally stumbled upon a striking picture. They went around the southern end of the island, and were surprised to find that a rocky ridge stretched all the way to the coast, and as it approached it became noticeably steeper and at the end hung over the water, becoming a mountain seventy or eighty feet high. The waves beat against the heap of stones and the rugged surface of the rocks, or rather, it seemed to them at first. nine0003

Tori and Gabe walked on and started climbing until the ground gave way to rough black stone. First they heard a sound. Tori froze for a moment, but then she began to carefully climb further, and after a few steps they realized where the echo of the muffled whisper of water and the rustle of waves hitting the rocks came from.

They stopped and looked down at a huge crack in the rock, as if some ancient deity had cut it in two. Enormous fragments fell into the water near the shore, like pieces of ice that had broken off from an iceberg, but the crack was so deep and wide that the result was a cove hidden from view. Because of the black shadows in those places where the rays of the sun did not reach, it seemed as if the cave went into the very heart of the rock and stretched further under the mountain range. nine0003

The tide began to ebb, but the waves climbed into the depths of the hidden grotto, and wet black stones glistened in the shallow water. The surf dragged white pieces of coral along with it. Suddenly, Tori noticed something flicker under the surface of the water in a crevasse shrouded in shadows. She squinted, trying to figure out what was there.

“Let’s go,” Gabe said and, taking her hand, turned her around.

He went from the coast to the interior of the island, to the top of the mountain. Tori took one last look back and saw something white in the surf among the jagged black rocks that had fallen off the rock years, decades, or even centuries ago. White spots among the heap of dark debris seemed to her somehow strange. nine0003

– Do you think this is because of the hurricane? she asked as they began to climb up.

“Probably only happened in the old days,” Gabe replied.

They made it to the top and walked another fifty yards, instinctively trying to stay away from the edge. The black stone on the “roof” of the grotto was at least twenty feet thick, but Tory still feared it would fail and they would fall into the rock-strewn cove below.

“I don’t think it’s just the hurricane,” she said as they started down the other western slope, carefully picking their way through the rubble. nine0003

— In what way?

Tori ran the versions through her mind, swapping them around like pieces of a puzzle.

– Boggs said there are caves in the rocks. Considering how deep the grotto is, maybe there was already a cave there? And big. First, erosion corroded the stone, then a fierce hurricane swept in, and the wall between the ocean and the inner space collapsed.

Gabe slipped and nearly fell, braced his hand against a rock to steady himself, then pulled it away and frowned. nine0003

“Maybe,” he didn’t argue.

But Tori decided for herself that the grotto appeared in this way, and her own conclusions seemed quite reasonable to her. However, it doesn’t matter. They’ll be out of here soon, and there’s no way she’s coming back. However, black, most likely of volcanic origin, stones endowed the cave with some kind of eerie beauty, and Tori regretted that she did not have a camera with her.

Below, towards the entrance to the grotto, something like a path of crumbled stones stretched, and, seized by curiosity, Tori began to jump from one flat stone to another. One day as a child, her parents sent her to Maine with her friend Ellen and her family. There, along the shore, such stones were also scattered. nine0003

— What are you doing? Gabe snapped.

Tori turned around, surprised by his harsh tone.

— I want to see the cave up close.

– Do you think we are here for a walk? Nothing to waste time.

Tori realized that he was angry, but the next moment Gabe looked past her at the grotto and turned away. Tori knew that expression very well; she had seen it on the faces of men all her life.

Just a minute. Do you want me to see something there? What? nine0003

Gabe shrugged.

– Okay, go, but quickly.

No longer able to control her curiosity, Tori again began to jump from stone to stone, but with each new step she became more and more uncomfortable. To her right, the waves hit the scattered debris, and a salty mist hung in the air. In the place where she began her path, the path went down at a slight angle, but then the jagged stones turned into a steep slope.

Fifteen feet ahead, sea water rushed into the grotto and was carried back. The stones she now walked on were slippery with moisture, and Tori tried to step as carefully as possible. When she saw a fairly decent gap in the rocky path ahead of her, she considered turning back, but instead jumped forward and landed with both feet on the angled rock, her arm outstretched to keep her balance. The backpack hit her hard on the back. nine0003

As Tori began to straighten up, she noticed an unusual pattern on the black fragment and stopped to look at it. Keeping her balance, she placed her foot between two boulders so she could see the drawings better. On the stone, which lay at an angle, scrolls and symbols were carved along both edges. Tori thought they might well be the letters of some outlandish alphabet. Some of them resembled ancient Greek, others seemed completely unfamiliar to her.

Suddenly, everything inside her contracted, she felt sick, and goosebumps ran all over her body. Tori tried to swallow and suddenly realized she couldn’t. An icy cold gripped the back of her head, she shuddered, lost her footing, and, falling, waved her arms. One foot fell into the water between the stones, and Tori hit her knees painfully on the sharp edge. nine0003

Tori didn’t notice she screamed, but she probably did, because a second later Gabe called her name and she heard him rushing over to her.

Are you okay?

“In full,” she replied.

But did she tell the truth? The nausea she felt began to subside, but the chill remained, and her skin tingled, and it wasn’t hot or cold. Tori recognized the feeling. And how could she not recognize him? After all, she had spent most of her life in fear and knew him too well. nine0003

She pulled her foot out of the water, cursing herself for her awkwardness, and sat down on one of the stones and began to look at the symbols. Who drew them here and why? Maybe people once lived on the island? Or are these stones from an ancient temple?

Gabe walked along the rocky path much more dexterously than she expected. A little older than her, the captain remained a strong man in excellent physical condition.

“You should take a look at this,” said Tori.

She tied her hair in a ponytail, but a few unruly wet strands fell into her eyes. She tucked them behind her ears and leaned over to examine the symbols. nine0003

– I saw. Let’s go, Tori. The morning ends.

Tori looked at the inscriptions, surprised to find that her heart was still pounding in her chest, and the nausea hadn’t gone away. She was frightened just by looking at the strange letters, but given that she had never seen one before, it seemed pointless to her. It took her a moment to realize what Gabe had said, and when she did, she quickly tossed her head.

— How did you manage to see them? You stood too high. Are there any on the other side? nine0003

Gabe looked at her in confusion, and Tori guessed that he didn’t understand what she was talking about. So, he did not mean outlandish symbols on the stones. In that case, what?

Tori turned and looked at what was behind her. The path went on for another five feet, the entrance to a secret cave was visible, and the waves of the sea rolled over a forty-foot stretch of stones and shells. At first, Tori didn’t notice anything, but rather quickly saw bright spots in the water and remembered that she had seen something similar from above – white fragments that seemed rather strange among the cluster of black ones. nine0003

A wave came up from the shore and brought with it a bleached stone. No, it doesn’t look like a rock, Tori thought. If it glides through the water so easily, it must be fragile coral or some kind of shell. When, a moment later, the wave began to make its way back, just for a second – a short breath between advance and retreat – the upper part, only an inch, of an incomprehensible white object appeared above the water. In the rays of the bright sun, when the foam melted for a moment, Tori examined what was under it.

Human skull.

Tori made a hoarse sound and struggled to her feet, peering into the shallow water in the grotto. Now that she knew what to look for, she saw three more skulls in the distance. Tori breathed through her nose, trying to drive away the panic that had set in the moment she realized she had mistaken bone fragments for corals.

Who were they? she asked.

“Not from Mariposa,” Gabe replied. “They have been here for a long time.

Tori couldn’t take her eyes off the skulls, knowing full well that they had nothing to do with the Mariposa team. They lay in the grotto for a very long time, because they were bleached and smooth, almost like a fin. But knowing to whom the skulls did not belong is not at all the same as understanding whose they are. nine0003

“Hey,” Gabe called her and she looked at him. “This task is not for us, Tori. We need to…

His radio came to life, and both of them flinched in surprise. Gabe immediately tore it off his belt.

“Rio,” he said.

– Kevonn, captain. Are you coming to us? came the sailor’s voice through the static.

Gabe pressed the button.

– Let’s go. Did you find something?

“Exactly,” replied Kevonne. “A bunch of footprints and the two guys who own them. But these are their last traces. They’re dead, captain. Both. nine0003

Tori muttered a short prayer to the God she had stopped believing in as a little girl.

— How did they die? Gabe asked.

“Bullets,” Kevonn replied instantly. “But there was no shootout, boss. I think they shot themselves.

— Did they kill themselves? Tori was surprised. – Why?

Gabe signaled her to be quiet.

– Have you found a weapon? he asked Kevonn.

— No. But if it’s here, then it’s probably somewhere nearby. nine0003

“We’re coming to you,” Gabe replied and, turning around, hurried westward, back over the rocks, tucking the radio into his belt as he went.

Tori climbed over the rubble, feeling the water slosh in her right boot.

– Why did they kill themselves?

Gabe neither turned nor slowed down.

– I have no idea. Despair? Maybe they thought they were in danger of starvation or something like that.

– They spent only one day here. Doesn’t that surprise you? Why on earth would a person shoot himself if he knows that he can be saved? A few hours isn’t enough to give you hope, Gabe. They probably didn’t even have time to really get hungry. nine0003

Gabe had already reached the end of the path and was heading towards the sandy shore, but when he heard her words, he turned and shook his head.

– I don’t care at all. Hurry up, we’ll finally find the cursed weapon and get off this island. What happened to those guys doesn’t matter in the slightest.

Tori hurried after him, they quickly crossed the uneven ground and soon found themselves back on the soft sand. With each new step, Tori wanted to run away, because the fear that she experienced when she saw the mysterious inscriptions did not recede. nine0003

Gabe wanted to get off the island as soon as possible, and Tori didn’t blame him. He believed that the suicide of the two fishermen did not matter, but Tori thought otherwise. If they really shot themselves, it certainly wasn’t out of desperation. Only fear can make a person so quickly plunge into a state of hopelessness. More than just fear. Horror.

But what could have frightened them so?

Tori looked back at the grotto and raised her eyes to the sun. How long before noon? And until the time when the shadows of the hills and trees grow long and the ocean darkens? Tori went faster, the captain silently caught up with her and walked beside her. nine0003

Now Tori didn’t care if they found the weapons, and she suspected that very soon even Gabe would be ready to go home without him and want to leave this island as soon as possible.

33

David Boudreau was walking down the brick pavement of M Street, hazelnut coffee in his right hand and the Washington Post morning in his left. He read the newspaper purely for fun, trying to figure out which reporters were profane and which were real professionals. David looked up at the sky, marveling at the unusual weather. The sun flooded the sidewalk and shone down the entire length of M Street, but on the horizon, low gray clouds were visible on all sides, a combination of light and dark that engulfed the entire District of Columbia. nine0003

Good definition, David thought.

At that moment, his mobile phone burst into vicious music from the repertoire of “Flogging Molly” – a tribute to the Irish roots inherited from his late father. This melody had long bothered him, and he decided that it was time to change it. Sighing, David tucked the newspaper under his right armpit and pulled out his phone before it went into voice mail.

— What happened? he asked, holding the phone to his ear. – I’m very busy. nine0003

– I wonder what? You haven’t been in your office for two days.

– I am constantly in touch by phone and e-mail. I work at home.

David heard a sigh on the other end, heavy and theatrical. But Henry Wagner, his nominal employer, always acted like this.

— What are you working on, David? Wagner asked.

– On one of my own projects, general. I hope you will take my word for it when I say that he is completely within the bounds of the task. nine0003

— Are you doing this on purpose? Wagner asked.

— What?

– “The task.” I’m not kidding, baby. Your military jargon just sounds stupid from the outside.

David got angry. Yes, he played a little joke on General Wagner, but he knew very well how he hated being called “baby.” At twenty-four, David could hardly be called a child, and given that he had received several respectable degrees as a teenager, he had long ceased to be a “kid”. nine0003

– General, I use terms like “mission assigned” to make sure I’m being understood correctly, because military jargon is your comfort zone. If you prefer me not to use such definitions, I will try to avoid them in the future. Now back to your question – when the office is quiet, I allow myself to devote a little time to my own project, which, if I succeed, will be completely within the framework of your operational plans. nine0003

— So “if you succeed”? Wagner asked. “It turns out your project is not so urgent. I’m glad to hear it, because we have a situation that you need to deal with immediately.

David didn’t notice the sun go down behind the clouds and started to freeze when he stopped in front of a terraced brick house. The street was reconstructed many years ago, and it is still one of the prettiest in Georgetown. Shaded by awnings, shop windows were adorned with American flags and old-fashioned signs hanging from wrought iron bars. All non-brick surfaces were painted dark green, burgundy and deep cream, the only paints used in colonial times. Residents of the area walked their dogs, went for a run, or pushed prams in front of them. Everyone smiled at each other. In Washington, all this surprised and impressed. nine0003

— And what’s the matter? David asked.

“Something that requires your immediate attention,” Wagner replied.

David stopped on the brick pavement, trying to figure out how to take a sip of coffee without dropping the newspaper he was holding under his arm. He went to the lamppost so as not to disturb passers-by.

– I’m listening, general. What happened?

He heard another heavy sigh.

Are you familiar with the discovery of Homo floresiensis? [The Floresian man (Homo floresiensis) is possibly a dwarf fossil species of humans. The remains of Homo floresiensis were discovered in 2004 on the island of Flores in Indonesia.]

The general pronounced the Latin name as if he were quoting from a report, and David knew that was the case.

– Skeleton found in Liang Bua limestone cave. Yes, I am familiar with this discovery, as well as with all the other studies of Alena. And you know this very well. A three-foot-tall adult female of a separate species of human that lived about ten thousand years ago at the same time as the race that we consider to be the ancestors of modern humans. Did you discover something new? nine0003

– Mount Kazbek in the Caucasus, dormant volcano. There is an ice cap at the top and hot springs at the bottom. A month ago, a small earthquake caused cracks to appear at the base of the mountain, inside of which a system of ancient caves was discovered. In them, the researchers came across several partially preserved skeletons that have a huge number of features in common with Homo floresiensis.

David started up the sidewalk again, heading for the sunlit area. Three more blocks and he’s home.

– You make me sad, General. Anyone is able to examine the bones…

– They have horns.

David pushed the phone away from his ear and stared at it for a second, as if it had suddenly stopped working properly.

Did you say “horns”?

Yes, underdeveloped horns. Small pointed protrusions on the skull.

“It’s interesting, but I don’t understand why you’re so excited,” David replied. — What’s the point here…

He almost said “MO”, but bit his tongue just in time. The Department of Defense didn’t like having its secrets discussed over the phone. Officially, David worked for the US National Science Foundation, but he knew very well where the money came from and who commissioned the projects he worked on. nine0003

– They left drawings on the walls of the caves indicating that they had some kind of ritual weapon – there is no doubt that there was an occult component – which could make their enemies … The group working on the spot did not I’m sure which word is more appropriate: “melt” or “disappear”, but…

Macron plays “Russian roulette” and worries European partners many allies of Paris in the EU: many of them fear that his initiatives will not only not help reduce tensions, but will also spur new aggressive steps from Moscow, writes Politico. However, in Paris they assure: Europe will not see a secure existence without the United States moving away from it if it does not enter into a dialogue with Russia, and Macron uses not only a carrot, but also a whip in the Russian direction.

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French President Emmanuel Macron “has never been overconfident” — and now he is convinced that he can succeed where many politicians, including Angela Merkel and Barack Obama, have failed, and “make Vladimir Putin a defense partner for Europe”, writes Politico. “On a course of rapprochement with Moscow, Macron is answering one of the most serious geopolitical questions facing the democracies of Europe — how to deal with its large and nuclear-armed neighbor, which has become increasingly aggressive in recent years: waging war in Ukraine, has annexed Crimea, is trying to kill his opponents on European soil, and is organizing cyberattacks against Western targets.”, – says the reviewer of the publication. However, according to the journalist, Macron’s policy, which he has repeatedly advocated recently, is part of an even more ambitious goal of the French leader: he wants to eliminate Europe’s “dependence” on the United States and make the continent “more independent from a strategic point of view » .

Representatives of the French authorities also note that Macron’s policy, which he began to implement as soon as he took office three years ago, is by no means as “scandalous” as some make it out to be, and the need to maintain contact with Moscow is actually supported by many European leaders, they say in Politico. nine0239 “I don’t know a single partner, including from Poland or the Baltic states, who would dispute the fact that it is necessary to talk about security conditions on the continent with Russia ,” said, in particular, a high-ranking French diplomat participating in the determination course in the Russian direction. — The fact that this enterprise is not bilateral is quite obvious. ” . According to the official, someone in Europe would inevitably have to ensure that the terms of the dialogue on new agreements on arms control and ensuring European security are set by Europe, and this is precisely the task that the French leader is now solving. nine0003

However, many of Macron’s European partners treat his joint initiatives with Putin on mutual rapprochement with “with great skepticism, if not suspicion “, emphasizes the author of the material. The leaders of the Eastern European and Baltic countries, who “survived Soviet oppression” and since the end of the Cold War have been constantly under the “threat of Russian expansionism” , do not believe that Putin is interested in a more constructive relationship with Europe, and complain about that France and Macron do not take into account their concerns about their own security. nine0003

At the forefront of Macron’s foreign policy towards Moscow, according to a Politico columnist, are two main elements: the desire to keep France an important role in international affairs, and the president’s conviction in his ability to build strong relationships with other leaders – despite the fact that that the personal, and at times even sympathetic, manner in which the French leader communicates with Vladimir Putin “makes nervous” many of his European colleagues. Thus, Macron often mentions the experiences that the Russian president suffered due to the death of his brother in besieged Leningrad, emphasizing that Mr. Putin, thanks to such life experience, has “deeply European” worldview. In this regard, French officials hope that Putin “will be able to convince that it is in Russia’s interests not to rush into the arms of China, where it will definitely become a junior partner, but to establish partnerships with Europe” . “Many believe that these personal relationships are constructive, and that the Russian president is surrounded by advisers who have tougher views than himself, which means that it is more reasonable to work with him one on one, like a president with a president, , a French statesman close to Macron said in an interview with Politico. — This is a matter of tactics and geopolitics. If we do not want Russia to withdraw into itself or begin to drift towards other alliances, it is important to remind her of the fact that from a historical, political and cultural point of view she is a European country.

Even those who agree with the need to seek common ground with Russia do not have much faith that Macron will be able to achieve this – in particular, there are opinions that not the French leader, but his colleague from USA. “Russia is already oriented towards the Euro-Atlantic order, it just wants a completely different role that we are ready to offer it, ,” Matthew Rojansky, an employee of the American think tank Wilson Center, told Politico. – nine0239 I am inclined to believe that sooner or later competent negotiators in Russia and in the West will have a chance to restore the working state of their relations; the question at the moment is whether Vladimir Putin and Emmanuel Macron are such negotiators. I am not yet sure of this, since the United States still retains a relatively large influence in this disposition” .

5th Grade Language Arts Worksheets

Channelize practice employing our 5th grade language arts worksheets that come with answer keys and comprise exercises in correlative conjunctions, prepositions, interjections, forming and using the perfect verb tense, and in separating words using commas. Bolster vocabulary with Greek and Latin prefixes, interpret figurative language, draw inferences, make predictions, state an opinion, write informative and narrative texts. This list represents only a smattering of the engaging worksheets this collection offers. Make sure to stock your library with our free grade 5 language arts worksheets.

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Choosing Correlative Conjunctions

Balance words, phrases and clauses in sentences using correlative conjunctions. Choose an appropriate pair of correlative conjunctions from the parentheses that best completes each sentence.

Writing the Present Perfect Verb Tenses

Push boundaries with this 5th grade language arts worksheet pdf as kids write the present perfect form of each verb using the structure: have / has + the verb in the past participle form and fill in each blank.

Rewriting the Passage with Synonyms

Replace the underlined words in the passage with their synonyms and rewrite the passage. Adding significantly to the pool of vocabulary and using the right word in the right place are the objectives though.

Choosing the Correct Homophones

Enrich vocabulary with this printable ELA worksheet for grade 5 kids. Complete each sentence, choosing between the correct homophones or words with similar pronunciation but different spellings.

Fact or Opinion?

Sifting what is true from a mere belief is an essential reading strategy. Read each sentence, look for the clues that help distinguish the verified facts from the judgments or opinions, and check the appropriate box.

Prepositional Phrases Used as Adjectives

Topped with consistent practice, this English worksheet pdf for 5th grade children gets them to spot the prepositional phrases that modify the nouns or pronouns in the sentences and underline them.

Commas in a Series

Keep your intended meaning crystal clear as you practice precise rules while separating words or a group of words in a series using commas and rewrite each sentence with appropriate punctuations.

Greek and Latin Suffixes

Next up in this printable language arts worksheet collection, is a vocab booster. Grade 5 kids comprehend the Greek and Latin suffixes from the meanings and add them to appropriate roots to create new words.

Describing Illustrated Hyperboles

Trigger imagination as you try your hands at writing a few rib-ticklers while describing each picture using a hyperbole or an extreme exaggeration to make a point or show emphasis.

Making Predictions | Making a Fruit Salad

Christopher and Grandpa are making a fruit salad. Grade 5 kids walk through this ELA worksheet pdf skimming the passage and predicting what happens next and giving reasons to substantiate their predictions.

Identifying Interjections in Sentences

Instrumental in helping kids practice foraging interjections or words that demonstrate emotions or feelings rather than contributing to meanings in the sentences and circling them; this exercise is a compulsive-print.

Identifying the Type of Sentences

Whether it is simple, compound, complex, or compound-complex sentences, this printable English worksheet has them all corralled for 5th grade kids to identify and write the type of each sentence.

Commonly Confused Words | Stationery Vs. Stationary

Stationary is an adjective meaning fixed, while stationery is a noun meaning writing or office supplies. Decide between using “stationary” and “stationery”, depending on the contextual clues offered by each sentence.

Combining Words to Make an Oxymoron

Evoke a sense of humor and irony as kids in grade 5 choose a contrasting pair of words, one from each column in this language arts worksheet pdf to create an oxymoron.

Editing and Proofreading | Nocturnal Animals

Comb the passage about nocturnal animals for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors, and amp up the fun as you get children to flag them off using proofreading marks.

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Grade 5 Language Arts Worksheets

Inferences are a huge theme at this level. Just about every answer
you have needs to have supporting text accompanying it. Start out with
the simple standards first at this level and make sure kids master them
before you move on.

Reading: Literature

Using Quotes From Text – Back up all
of assertions with a direct quote from the work in question. [RL.5.1]

Embedding Quotes – Students learn when to use this technique, better yet, they also learn when it can backfire. [RL.5.1]

Determining Themes of Stories, Dramas,
or Poems – Each sheet is dedicated to a specific standard area
for this area. [RL.5.2]

Comparing and Contrasting Stories and Dramas
– There is a nice mix of current literature and drama use here.
[RL.5.3]

Word Meanings From Context Phrases –
We also begin to develop the concept of figurative language here.
[RL.5.4]

Symbolism
– When ideas have some hidden element about them. [RL.5.4]

Wh-
Questions – Your everyday question that is looking for an answer.
[RL.5.4]

Patterns of Chapters, Scenes, or Stanzas
of Text – We added plenty of practice for this topic. Maybe
even too much! [RL.5.5]

The Influence of a Narrator – Students
quickly learn how the voice of the story really shapes the story quickly.
[RL. 5.6]

Visual Elements Contribution to a Story
– Pictures and images can really help shape our thoughts of an author’s
work. [RL.5.7]

Story Comparison – We give you 2 longer
stories to compare, in most cases. [RL.5.9]

Grade 5 Literature Comprehension Worksheets
– We also threw poetry and other writing forms that cross over several
standard areas for you. [RL.5.10]

Literary
Terms – These terms are mostly used to describe unique works
of literature. [RL.5]

Reading: Foundational Skills

Grade
5 Leveled Reading – We added some reading in the content area
passages in here for you. [RF.5.4.A]

Grade
5 Poetry – The poems get metaphoric at this point. Not only
do students need to comprehend, but they need to feel the work too.
[RF.5.4.B]

Advanced
Context Clues – You will even find some Freshman level vocabulary
words in this section. [RF.5.4.C]

Reading
Fluency – Measuring your fluency levels are really not an exact
science. [RF.3-5]

Reading
Sequencing – If you can remember without looking back in the
passage, you are a leg ahead. [RF.3-5]

Reading: Informational Text

Supporting
Details – These are the times that you need back up. [RI.5.2]

Get the Message – A good way to learn if your students understand the purpose of the passages that they are reading. [RI.4-5.2]

Chronology
– A look at how the arrangement of events can impact a story. [RI.4-5.5]

Supporting
Evidence – What tools do we use to make inferences from? [RI.5.8]

Reading
In The Content Area – How do we apply our wonderful comprehension
skills to other disciplines? [RI.5.10]

Reader
Response – See how the reader reacts to what was written. [RI.5]

Language Worksheets

Commonly Used Conjunctions – We look
at their use specifically in sentences. [L.5.1.A]

Interjections – Ah! Dear Me! This will
get you excited! [L.5.1.A]

Prepositions – Let’s work together to
find the relationships that these sentences exhibit. [L.5.1.A]

Prepositions of Time – We go a step further and focus on terms that communicate relative time or timing. [L.5.1.A]

Using Verb Tenses in Sentences – For
English as a second language students, these are very difficult. [L.5.1.B]

Stative
Verbs – These are state of being words. They don’t focus on
the action. [L.5.1.C]

Using Verb Tense To Explain Conditions
– Students start to become descriptive with their verb use. [L.5.1.C]

Future
Tense Verbs – Can’t wait for these actions to take place. [L.5.1.D]

Inappropriate Shifts in Verb Tense –
This section fact checks the previous topic. [L.5.1.D]

Correlative Conjunctions – We definitely
recommend that you start to work on these in class aloud. [L.5.1.E]

Double
Negatives – This is always a very interesting topic for students.
[L.4.1-L.5.1]

Using Punctuation To Separate Items –
This is where you can learn to make your work easier to read. [L.5.2.A]

Punctuation Errors –
Help students learn to recognize when something just isn’t right. [L.5.2.A]

Using Commas to Separate the Introductions
– Seems like a simple task, but it can get very complex. [L.5.2.B]

Comma Use Within Sentences – This is
the most difficult part of using commas. [L.5.2.C]

Tag
Questions – This is when you want to turn a statement against
itself. [L.5.2.C]

Formatting Titles of Works – We start
out easy. As we progress it is a bit tricky. [L.5.2.D]

Italics and Underlining – Students learn how to draw attention to words and phrases within their work. [L.5.2.D]

Grade 5 Spelling Worksheets – We
use a lot of discovery activities here. [L.5.2.E]

Combining, Expanding, and Reducing Sentences
– This is where the Language and Writing Core Standards overlap.
[L.5.3.A]

Inversion
– The sentence flipper shows you how it goes. [L.5.3.A]

Comparing Dialects and Registers of English
– Most states were seeing this for the first time when the Common
Core was released. [L.5.3.B]

Dialect – Students learn how it can effect the nature of how a piece is received by an audience. [L.5.3.B]

Proofreading
– Some of these are really messy and need a lot of cleaning up.
[L.5.3]

Using Context To Determine Word Meanings
– This is a hugely important skill to master. Doing so will be a
large lexicon in your future. [L.5.4.A]

Using Greek and Latin Affixes and Roots
To Define Words – These worksheets expect that you understand
the 25 core roots. [L.5.4.B]

Pronunciation and Clarifying New Words
– Make sure you have a dictionary and thesaurus handy. [L.5.4.C]

Pronunciation
– This introduces you to the basics. [L.5.4.C]

Anagrams
– Word games are always fun and educational. [L.5.4]

Advanced Simile and Metaphor – Students
can start to appreciate how figurative language changes a complete
body of work. [L.5.5.A]

Hyperbole
– When we read these, we know that something totally out of place.
[L.5.5.A]

Metaphors
– Some metaphors are time tested. [L.5.5.A]

Explaining Common Idioms, Adages, and
Proverbs – We had to do some research when creating this section.
[L.5.5.B]

Using Relationships Between Words –
We work with synonyms, antonyms, and homographs. [L.5.5.C]

Homographs
– Words that are spelled the same exact way, but that have completely
different meanings. [L.5.5.C]

Idioms
– Some idioms are far out. [L.5.5.C]

Negation
– Learn how to flip the table on any statement. [L.5]

Grade 5 Vocabulary – You will find double
the normal amount of worksheets in this section. [L.5.6]

Writing Worksheets

Writing
Structure – This is the foundation of everything else we need
to do while composing bodies of work. [W.5.1.A]

Topic
Sentences – Well written topic sentence can really get a story
headed in the right direction. [W.4-6.1.A]

Observational
Writing – The focus is on composing a work that follows all
proper mechanics as well. [W.5.2.A]

Writing
a Narrative – Unfold introduce the narrator and characters in
this manner. [W.5.3.A]

Transitional
Words – These words help us create a feeling of sequence. [W.5.3.C]

Expository
Writing – When we are writing to inform the reader about something.
[W.5.3]

Comic Strips – These are super helpful to encourage students to frame their own narrative. [W.5-6.3]

Exposition – Students explore the various ways these can use these types of techniques in their own compositions. [W.5-7.3]

Grade
5 Writing – Create clear and concise thoughts with your work.
[W.5.4]

Grade
5 Research Project – We will be using some old school and new
school techniques here. [W.5.7]

Story Drawing – Bring a story to life in a drawing. [W.5.9.A]

Texts for text analysis. Literature. Grade 5

An excerpt from the story of E.I. Nosov “How
the crow got lost on the roof”

On the chimney
an ordinary crow descended, the same as all other crows in March: from
mud-splattered tail and ruffled nape. Winter made her
forget about self-respect, about the toilet, and she is true and
by untruth with difficulty she obtained her daily bread. 43

By the way, she was lucky today. In her beak she held a large chunk
of bread. Sitting down, she looked around suspiciously: was it possible to see nearby
kids? Then she looked around the nearest fences, trees, roofs: they could
turn out to be other crows. 75

But no troubles seemed to be expected. So you can
have a bite! 83

Crow put a piece on the edge of the pipe, stepped on it with both
paws and began to peck. And now, after another blow with a beak from under the paws
a large lump of crumb jumped out and rolled along the slope of the roof. The bread didn’t fall to the ground
halfway through, he snagged at the ribbed seam that connects the roofing sheets.
130

Having finished pecking the rest, the crow decided to eat the fallen piece. But this
turned out to be no easy task. The roof was pretty steep. Paws slid on
iron, she went down, braking with her splayed tail. 156

She did not like traveling in this way, she took off and
sat on the chute. From here the crow tried to get the bread again. helping yourself
wings, she finally reached the middle of the ramp. But what is? The bread is gone!
Looked back, looked
up – the roof is empty! 196 words
Reading comprehension questions and tasks:

1)
To give
characteristics of the crow:

2) Select (underline) the most appropriate heading for the text:

Common Crow

Lost Bread Like a Crow

Crow on the Roof

Crow Bread

Bread is gone!

3) Answer the questions:

– How did the crow live in winter?

– Who was the crow afraid of?

– What trouble happened to the crow?

ASPER

Around our farm, in ravines and wet places, there was
a lot of snakes.

I’m not talking about snakes: we are so used to a harmless snake that
It’s not called a snake. He has small sharp teeth in his mouth, he catches mice
and even birds and, perhaps, can bite through the skin; but there is no poison in these teeth, and the bite
the snake is completely harmless.

… But we had not only snakes, we also had a poisonous snake,
black, large, without those yellow stripes that are visible in snakes near the head. Such
we call the snake a viper.

… As a child, I “heard a lot about vipers and was terribly afraid of them,
as if I felt that I would have to face a dangerous reptile.

They mowed behind our garden, in a dry gully, where in spring every year
a stream runs, and in summer it is only damp and tall, dense grass grows. Any
the mowing was a holiday for me, especially when the hay was raked into piles. Here,
happened, and you will begin to run around the hayfield, and with all your might throw yourself at shocks, and
flounder in fragrant hay until the women are driven away so that he does not break the kopen.

Somehow this time I was running and somersaulting: there were no women,
the mowers went far, and only our big black dog Brovko was lying on a shock
and chewed on a bone.

I tumbled into one shock, turned around in it twice and suddenly
jumped up in horror. Something cold and slippery swept my arm. Thought about
a viper flashed through my head, and what? The huge viper that I
worried, got out of the hay and, rising on her tail, was ready for me
rush.

Instead of running, I stand like a stone, as if a reptile has enchanted
me with their eyelidless, unblinking eyes. Another minute and I was dead; but
Brovko, like an arrow, flew off the shock, rushed at the snake, and started between them
deadly fight.

The dog tore the snake with its teeth, trampled it with its paws; the snake bit the dog
muzzle, and in the chest, and in the stomach. But in a minute only shreds of the viper lay on
earth, and Brovko rushed to run and disappeared.

Just then a voice returned to me; I began to scream and cry;
mowers came running and with their scythes finished off the still trembling pieces of the snake.

But the strangest thing is that Brovko disappeared and wandered from that day
where is unknown. Only two weeks later did he return home: thin, skinny, but
healthy. My father told me that dogs know the herb they use to cure
viper bite.

(K. Ushinsky)

Read the text “Viper”. Complete tasks.

1. Find (underline) the statement that
corresponds to the content of the read text.

1. Brovko
   died from a snakebite
2. Boy
   name was Brovko
3. Dog
   bravely fought for the life of the owner
4. Brovko
   was a local doctor and collected medicinal herbs

2. Why did Brovko protect the boy?:

3. Make a plan (mark with numbers 1,2,3,4,5),
indicating the order in which parts of the text occur.

A) Encounter with a viper.
B) The danger has passed.
B) Deathmatch.
D) Boy’s play.
E) Already a snake (difference).

4. Why did the dog disappear and did not appear in the village for a long time?

1. because
   that she was homeless and lived in the forest
2. because
   that she was looking for medicinal herbs and licking wounds from snake bites
3. because
   that she didn’t want to help people anymore
4. because
   that ran to her puppies

5. Write out a sentence from the text that tells about
how Brovko fought the snake:

6. Complete the sentence: I tumbled into one shock, turned around
in it twice and suddenly …

1. me
   mowers noticed.
2. on
   I was attacked by Brovko.
3. failed
   into her.
4. jumped up
   with fear.

7. Brovko was a very brave dog. Give two examples of it
actions and deeds that confirm this:

8. What word can replace the highlighted word in
expression “ like an arrow flew off “?

1. very
   quickly
2. discreetly
3. co
   whistling
4. silent

9. How do you understand the expression “I stand as
petrified” in the sentence: “Instead of running, I stand as
petrified , as if the reptile enchanted me with its ageless,
unblinking eyes”?

1. admiring
   on a snake
2. and not
   I can move from fear
3. and waiting
   mowing assistance
4. and waiting
   when the viper bites me

10. How can you replace the highlighted word in the sentence: “Any
the mowing was a holiday for me, especially how they rake the hay in mop “?

1. slides
   for children’s games
2. feeders
   for animals
3. special
   hay storage sheds
4. small
   haystacks

11. The author calls the viper with different words. Find more in the text
at least 2 words and write them separated by commas:

12. In which of the collections could this be placed
work?

1. Fairy tale
   behind a fairy tale
2. Stories
   about nature
3. Fables
   about animals
4. Stories
   about friendship and fidelity

13. Explain how you understand the sentence: « Any braid was
for me a holiday “.

14. How has the dog’s behavior changed with the advent of the viper?
Write out from the text the place that proves your answer.

15. Complete the sentence. Brovko rushed to run and
disappeared, …

1. because
   that he didn’t want to see the boy again.
2. he
   ran into the forest to lick his wounds and look for medicine.
3. he is not
   wanted to be praised for saving the boy.
4. because
   that he did not trust people and was afraid of them.

16. What did the author mainly want to talk about?

1. about
   fearlessness and devotion of the dog
2. about
   boy and dog friendship
3. about
   that dogs know herbs for snakebite
4. about
   the boy who played in the haystack

17. Which offer is better than others helps
understand the main idea of ​​the text?

1. Father
   told me that dogs know the herb with which they are treated for the bite of a viper.
2. But
   a minute later only shreds of the viper lay on the ground, and Brovko rushed to run
   and disappeared.
3. Brovko,
   like an arrow, flew off the shock, rushed at the snake, and started between them
   deadly fight.
4. Dog
   Brovko lay on a shock and gnawed at a bone.

18. What is the main idea of this text?

1. Vipers
   – Poisonous snakes.
2. Real
   a friend will always come to the rescue.
3. Dogs
   know how to treat snake bites.
4. Children
   you can’t play outside.

19.
What do you think, if Brovko could speak, what would he tell the boy about?
after returning home? Write about it.

9000 9000 , spiders, caterpillars.
That’s what they called her – a coward.

One time the guys were playing outside on a big pile of sand. boys
they built a fortress, and Valya and her younger brother Andryusha cooked dinner for the dolls.
Valya was not accepted to play in the war – after all, she was a coward, and Andryusha for the war
was no good, because he could only walk on all fours.

Suddenly shouts were heard:

— Lokhmach got off the chain!.. He is running towards us!..

Everyone turned around.

– Lohmach! Lokhmach!.. Beware, guys!..

The guys rushed in all directions. Valya ran into the garden and slammed her
a gate. Only little Andryusha remained on the heap of sand, on all fours.
because you won’t get far. He lay in a sand fortress and roared with fear, and
formidable enemy was on the attack.

Valya ran out of the gate, grabbed a scoop in one hand,
doll frying pan and, shielding Andryusha, stood at the gates of the fortress.

A huge angry dog ​​was rushing across the lawn straight at her. He seemed
short and very wide. He did not bark, but somehow snored with each jump.
Now his grinning, fanged mouth is already very close. Valya threw it at the dog
frying pan, then a scoop and shouted with all her might:

– Get out!

– Whoo! Phew! Lokhmach! Here! – this watchman ran across the street
across Lokhmach, Valya to the rescue.

Hearing a familiar voice, Lokhmach stopped and wagged his tail.
The watchman took him by the collar and led him away. The street became quiet. Guys slowly
crawled out of their shelters: one descended from the fence, the other crawled out of the ditch …
Everyone approached the sand fortress. Andryusha was sitting and already smiling, wiping his eyes
dirty fists.

But Valya was crying bitterly.

— What are you? the guys asked. – Did the lokhmach bite you?

No, she answered, he didn’t bite… It’s just that I’m very
scared.

(M. Artyukhova)

Read the text “Coward”. Complete missions .

1. Find (underline) the statement that
corresponds to the content of the read text.

1. Lokhmach
   played war with boys
2. Valyu in
   war was not accepted to play
3. Andryusha
   was older than Vali
4. Lokhmach
   was Valya’s dog

2. Why did everyone call Valya a coward?

3. Indicate (mark with numbers) in what order the
sentences in the text.

A) I was just really scared.
B) A huge angry dog ​​was rushing across the lawn straight at her.
B) Andryusha was sitting and already smiling, wiping his eyes with dirty fists.
D) Once the guys were playing in the street.

4. Valya cooked dinner for the dolls. Why do you think?

1. because
   that she was bored of playing war
2. because
   that she was a girl
3. because
   what it was necessary to look after Lokhmach
4. because
   that she was considered a coward

5. Write out a sentence from the text that tells about
changes that happened to Vali’s character after the appearance of an evil dog on the street:

6. Complete the sentence. Only
little Andryusha,

1. he
   was friends with Lokhmach and was not afraid of him
2. he was
   stronger than a dog, therefore not afraid
3. he was
   very small and unable to walk
4. he is not
   noticed an approaching enemy

7. Valya was a very brave girl. Talk about her actions
confirming this:

8. What word can replace the highlighted word in
expression “but Valya cried sobbing “?

1. disingenuous
2. very
   loud
3. through
   laugh
4. silent

9. How do you understand the expression “went on
attack” in the sentence “He lay in the sand fortress and roared from
fear, and the formidable enemy went on the attack “?

1. wishing
   play with him
2. fast
   approaching
3. very
   slow
4. past

10. How can you replace the highlighted word in the sentence “Guys
rushed scattered “?

1. all in
   one side
2. loose
   is barn
3. in
   shelter
4. in
   different sides

11. The author calls Lokhmach with different words, for example, dog.
Find at least 2 more words in the text and write them separated by commas.

12. In which of the collections could this be placed
work?

1. Tales
2. Stories
   about animals
3. Fables
4. Stories
   about friendship, fidelity and courage

13. Explain how you understand sentence “Guys
crawled slowly out of their hiding places.

14. How did Lokhmach’s appearance change the girl’s character? Write out
from the text, the place that proves your answer:

15. Complete the sentence: You can’t play war
accepted

1. because
   that she could only walk on all fours
2. she
   was a girl
3. after all
   she was a coward
4. she is not
   knew how to build fortresses

16. About mainly wanted
tell the author?

1. about
   children love to play war
2. about
   coward girl courage
3. about evil
   a dog whose name was Lokhmach
4. about
   friendship between man and dog

17. Which offer is better than others helps
understand the main idea of ​​the text?

1. Valya
   ran out of the gate, grabbed a scoop in one hand, in the other – a doll frying pan
   and, shielding Andryusha with herself, she stood at the gates of the fortress.
2. Valya
   was a coward, she was afraid of mice, frogs, spiders, caterpillars.
3. Huge
   a furious dog rushed across the lawn straight at her.
4. Just
   I was very scared.

18. What is the main idea of this text?

1. Any
   dog can be trained
2. girls
   you should always take to play war
3. O
   a man should be judged by his actions
4. Children
   you can not walk without adult supervision

19.
Do you think Valya was rightly called a coward? Why?:

90,000 Summary of the lesson “Modern literature for adolescents and about adolescents”

Goals: Expand the reader horizons through acquaintance with the work of modern Russian writers

Develop reader interest in the works of modern authors, work with the text of a literary work; characterize and evaluate the heroes of the works;

Formation by means of literature of the ability to understand oneself, peers and parents, to develop the ability to analyze and compare.

To cultivate the ability to adequately resolve conflicts in adolescence, to respect their parents and peers.

subject: analyze literary works, compare and compare characters, lifestyle, inner world of heroes;

communicative: express their own attitude to the analyzed works, be able to conduct a dialogue, create oral monologues;

personal: treat peers with respect, take care of parents, respect and love.