Use Illustrations to Understand Story Elements
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2nd Grade Reading › Use Illustrations to Understand Story Elements
Read the story and look at the picture. Jayden made a card for his grandma. He wrote, "Happy Birthday!" on the front. He wanted it to look special. He used markers and glue. He whispered, "She will love it." What does the picture show that tells where Jayden worked?
The picture shows a kitchen table with scissors and glue.
The picture shows grandma opening the card at her house.
The picture shows Jayden running outside to mail the card.
Explanation
Pictures show where things happen. The picture shows scissors and glue on a table. This is where Jayden made his card.
Read the story and look at the picture. Ellie and Mateo cleaned the playroom. Ellie said, "Let’s put toys in bins." Mateo picked up blocks and cars. They worked together and did not argue. Soon the floor was clear. What does the picture show about how they worked together?
The picture shows Ellie and Mateo in a classroom taking a test.
The picture shows Ellie and Mateo putting toys into bins together.
The picture shows Ellie sleeping while Mateo makes a mess.
Explanation
Pictures show how people work together. The picture shows both kids putting toys in bins. They are helping each other clean.
Read the story and look at the picture. Priya planted seeds in the school garden. She poured water gently on the soil. "Now we wait," she told her class. The next week, she checked every day. Priya gasped, "Something is growing!" What does the picture show that the words do not say?
The picture shows Priya eating the seeds for lunch.
The picture shows tiny green sprouts coming out of the soil.
The picture shows Priya planting seeds inside a snowman.
Explanation
Pictures add new information to stories. The picture shows tiny green sprouts growing. The story didn't say what the plants looked like.
Read the story and look at the picture. Sam brought cupcakes to class. He said, "Please take one." The teacher counted to make sure everyone got one. Sam looked at the tray and nodded. What does the picture show that tells how many cupcakes there were?
The picture shows a tray with twelve cupcakes.
The picture shows a bowl of soup and no cupcakes.
The picture shows one cupcake on an empty tray.
Explanation
Pictures show amounts and numbers. The picture shows twelve cupcakes on a tray. This helps us count how many Sam brought.
Read the story and look at the picture. Rosa and her brother set up a picnic. They put out plates and cups. "Let’s eat before it rains," Rosa said. The wind blew and they held their napkins. They hurried to finish. What does the picture show about the weather?
The picture shows dark clouds and raindrops starting to fall.
The picture shows a night sky with bright stars.
The picture shows snow covering the grass and table.
Explanation
Pictures help us see the weather. The picture shows dark clouds and rain starting. This matches Rosa saying "before it rains."
Read the story and look at the picture. Ava waited to go down the big slide. She said, "It looks so tall." Her friend Kai said, "I will go with you." Ava held the ladder and took a deep breath. Then she climbed one step. How does the picture help you know Ava felt nervous?
In the picture, Ava smiles and waves from the bottom.
In the picture, Ava frowns and grips the ladder tightly.
In the picture, Ava eats lunch at a picnic table.
Explanation
Pictures show how people feel. The picture shows Ava frowning and gripping tight. These are signs she feels nervous.
Read the story and look at the picture. Noah wanted to build a birdhouse. He said, "I will be careful." His aunt handed him the wood pieces. Noah lined them up and started to hammer. He stopped and checked his work. What does the picture show that helps you know the birdhouse was not finished?
The picture shows paint drying on a finished birdhouse.
The picture shows wood pieces still on the table.
The picture shows birds already living inside the house.
Explanation
Pictures give us clues about time. The picture shows wood pieces still on the table. This means Noah hasn't built the birdhouse yet.
Read the story and look at the picture. At school, Ms. Chen said, "Time for science!" The class tested which objects could float. Omar dropped his object into a tub of water. He held his breath and watched. Then he laughed. What does the picture show about what Omar tested?
The picture shows Omar reading a book at his desk.
The picture shows Omar testing a paper boat in water.
The picture shows Omar playing soccer in the gym.
Explanation
Pictures show what happens in stories. The picture shows Omar testing a paper boat. This matches the science lesson about floating.
Read the story and look at the picture. Lila walked on a trail with her dad. She heard a tiny sound in the bushes. "What is that?" Lila asked. Dad said, "Stay still and look." Lila pointed and smiled softly. What does the picture show they found?
The picture shows a small brown rabbit by the bushes.
The picture shows a big bear walking on the trail.
The picture shows Lila riding her bike in the street.
Explanation
Pictures help us see what characters find. The picture shows a small rabbit by bushes. This matches the tiny sound Lila heard.
Read the story and look at the picture. Mia lost her red mitten at recess. She looked by the swings and under the slide. "I hope I find it," she said. Ben helped her search near the sandbox. Mia finally smiled and said, "We did it!" What does the picture show that helps you know where the mitten was?
The picture shows Mia walking home with both mittens on.
The picture shows the mitten stuck in a tree branch.
The picture shows the mitten half-buried in the sandbox sand.
Explanation
We use pictures to find details. The picture shows the mitten in the sand. This matches where Ben helped look - near the sandbox.