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What is inside this packet
1
Reading a Recipe
Read the steps and ingredients, then answer questions.
2
Making a Shopping List
Read a list, sort items, and plan what to buy.
3
Filling Out a Job Application
Practice writing your information on a real form.
4
Sign-Up Sheets & Forms
Read a sign-up sheet and fill out everyday forms.
5
Writing Emails
Write a thank-you email and ask for help by email.
These pages practice everyday reading and writing: recipes, shopping, job applications, forms, and emails. Work at your own pace. Take your time and do your best.

Reading a Recipe

Section 1
Mug Mac & Cheese (1 serving)

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup macaroni (dry)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
  • A pinch of salt

Steps

  1. Put the macaroni and water in a large mug.
  2. Microwave for 3 minutes. Watch it so it does not boil over.
  3. Carefully take out the mug. The water will be hot.
  4. Add the milk and cheese. Stir well.
  5. Microwave for 1 more minute. Stir and eat.
1. Write the 5 ingredients you need:
2. How much water do you add?
3. How long do you microwave it the first time?
4. What do you add in Step 4?
5. Number the steps in the right order (1–5).
Add the milk and cheese. Stir well.
Put the macaroni and water in a mug.
Microwave for 1 more minute. Stir and eat.
Microwave for 3 minutes.
Carefully take out the hot mug.

Making a Shopping List

Section 2
Read thisYou are going to make Mug Mac & Cheese for yourself. Use the recipe from Section 1.
DirectionsMake your shopping list, sort it by store section, and work out the cost.
1. Write a shopping list of what you need to buy:
2. Sort your items into the right store section.
Dairy
Pasta & Dry Goods
Store prices:   Macaroni $1.50 · Milk $2.00 · Cheese $3.00 · Salt $1.00
3. Add up the cost of all 4 items. Total = $
4. You have $10. Can you buy everything?
YESNO
5. If yes, how much money is left? $

Filling Out a Job Application

Section 3
DirectionsFill out this Stop & Shop job application completely and accurately. Write neatly. Use real information about yourself.

Personal Information

Education

Availability

Circle the days you can work:
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Applicant Signature:
Date:

Sign-Up Sheets & Forms

Section 4

Part A — Community Garden Volunteer Sign-Up

DirectionsRead the volunteer sign-up sheet. Answer the questions, then add yourself to the list.
NamePhoneShift
Maria Lopez617-555-0181Morning
James Carter617-555-0142Afternoon
Lily Chen617-555-0199Morning
Devon Brooks617-555-0173Morning
Aisha Khan617-555-0188Afternoon
1. How many people signed up for the morning shift?
2. Add yourself to the list. Write your name, phone, and pick a shift (Morning or Afternoon).

Part B — Field Trip Permission Form

I give permission for my child to go on the field trip.
Date:

Writing Emails

Section 5
DirectionsRead the sample email and answer the questions. Then write your own two emails. Use a greeting, a clear message, and a polite closing.
Parts of an email:   To · Subject · Greeting ("Dear ...,") · Body (your message) · Closing ("Thank you,") · Your name

Part A — Read this email, then answer

To: ms.vivian@school.org   Subject: Question about my schedule
Dear Ms. Vivian,
I am not sure which room my elective is in on Thursday. Could you please tell me where to go? Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,
Sam
1. Who is this email to?
2. What is Sam asking for?
3. Write one word or phrase that makes the email polite:

Writing Emails

Section 5 (continued)

Part B — Write a Thank-You Email

Read thisYour internship at the Bayview Café is over. Write a thank-you email to your supervisor, Mr. Garcia. Tell him one thing you liked about working there.
To: ____________________   Subject: ____________________

Part C — Write an Email Asking for Help

Read thisYou cannot find your math assignment on Canvas. Write an email to your teacher, Mr. Adam, and ask for help finding it.
To: ____________________   Subject: ____________________