lemonsAll About

By: Courtney Keimer

Lemons are a citrus fruit that grows on a 9

tree. The tree is a small evergreen. The tree 18
grows flowers in addition to lemons. The flowers 26
are white, and bloom in the spring. Lemons are 35
produced year-round. Lemon trees are sensitive 42
to cold weather. They can be grown outdoors in 51
warm states like Florida and California. They can 59
also be grown indoors. Lemon trees are pretty 67
low maintenance. They need 4-8 hours of sunlight 76
each day. They should also be given five gallons 85
of water each week if grown in a pot. Meyer 95
lemon trees are a popular type that is grown 104
indoors. They can grow to be ten to fifteen feet 114
tall. Lemon trees were introduced in America by 122
Christopher Columbus when he brought lemon 128
seeds in 1493. 131
Lemons are used mostly for their juice in 139
cooking and baking. Lemon juice is sour and 147
tastes great in drinks and desserts. Lemon juice is 156
used in lemonade, lemon bars, and lemon 163
meringue pie. Lemon juice is also often used when 172
cooking fish. Lemon zest and lemon pulp are also 181
sometimes used in cooking and baking. The leaves 189
of lemon trees can also be used to make tea. 199

Flesch - Kincaid Grade Level 4.8

Name: __________________________ Date: _______________

lemons All About

By: Courtney Keimer

Lemons are a citrus fruit that grows on a 9

tree. The tree is a small evergreen. The tree 18
grows flowers in addition to lemons. The flowers 26
are white, and bloom in the spring. Lemons are 35
produced year-round. Lemon trees are sensitive 42
to cold weather. They can be grown outdoors in 51
warm states like Florida and California. They can 59
also be grown indoors. Lemon trees are pretty 67
low maintenance. They need 4-8 hours of sunlight 76
each day. They should also be given five gallons 85
of water each week if grown in a pot. Meyer 95
lemon trees are a popular type that is grown 104
indoors. They can grow to be ten to fifteen feet 114
tall. Lemon trees were introduced in America by 122
Christopher Columbus when he brought lemon 128
seeds in 1493. 131
Lemons are used mostly for their juice in 139
cooking and baking. Lemon juice is sour and 147
tastes great in drinks and desserts. Lemon juice is 156
used in lemonade, lemon bars, and lemon 163
meringue pie. Lemon juice is also often used when 172
cooking fish. Lemon zest and lemon pulp are also 181
sometimes used in cooking and baking. The leaves 189
of lemon trees can also be used to make tea. 199

Flesch - Kincaid Grade Level 4.8

Words read _____ - _____ errors = ______ correct words per minute _____ % accuracy
 Name: __________________________ Date: _______________

lemons All About

Use the selection to answer the questions.

1. What kind of tree do lemons grow on?

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2. What grows on lemon trees in addition to lemons?
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3. In what states can lemon trees grow?
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4. Describe the care lemon trees need when grown indoors.
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5. How were lemon trees introduced in America?
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6. What are lemons used mostly for in cooking and baking?
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7. Name 2 foods that are made with lemon juice.
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CKeimer
 Name: __________________________ Date: _______________

lemonsAll About

Answer the questions with complete sentences.

1. Identify the main idea and 2 supporting details from the

first paragraph.
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2. Identify the main idea and 2 supporting details from the
second paragraph.
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3. What can you infer about people who grow lemon trees
indoor?
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4. Use the text to write a definition for “low-maintenance.”
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CKeimer
 Name: __________________________ Date: _______________

lemons
All About

Write a summary of the selection.

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Illustrate.

CKeimer
 lemonade
By: Courtney Keimer

Lemonade is a drink that has been around 8

for a long time. A drink similar to lemonade first 18
originated in Egypt 1,500 years ago. That is where 27
it was first recorded. Lemonade as we know it was 37
first made in Paris. The year was 1630. 45
Lemonade is made by mixing 3 ingredients. It 53
is made with lemon juice, sugar and water. Ice 62
cubes are often used as well. A simple recipe calls 72
for one and a half cups of lemon juice, five cups of 84
cold water, and ice. You can also slice two lemons 94
for garnish. Combine all the ingredients into a 102
large pitcher. Stir until the sugar is completely 110
dissolved. Dump the lemon slices into the pitcher. 118
Add the ice to make it cold. Then it is ready to 130
serve. You can also make it pink lemonade by 139
adding a little drop of red food coloring. 147
Did you know that sour drinks stimulate your 155
salivary glands? That keeps your mouth from being 163
dry. That is why lemonade is so refreshing on a hot 174
summer day. Lemonade stands are a great way 184
for kids to offer lemonade and earn money. The 193
have been around for over a hundred years. 201

Flesch - Kincaid Grade Level 4.7

Name: __________________________ Date: _______________

lemonade
By: Courtney Keimer

Lemonade is a drink that has been around 8

for a long time. A drink similar to lemonade first 18
originated in Egypt 1,500 years ago. That is where 27
it was first recorded. Lemonade as we know it was 37
first made in Paris. The year was 1630. 45
Lemonade is made by mixing 3 ingredients. It 53
is made with lemon juice, sugar and water. Ice 62
cubes are often used as well. A simple recipe calls 72
for one and a half cups of lemon juice, five cups of 84
cold water, and ice. You can also slice two lemons 94
for garnish. Combine all the ingredients into a 102
large pitcher. Stir until the sugar is completely 110
dissolved. Dump the lemon slices into the pitcher. 118
Add the ice to make it cold. Then it is ready to 130
serve. You can also make it pink lemonade by 139
adding a little drop of red food coloring. 147
Did you know that sour drinks stimulate your 155
salivary glands? That keeps your mouth from being 163
dry. That is why lemonade is so refreshing on a hot 174
summer day. Lemonade stands are a great way 184
for kids to offer lemonade and earn money. The 193
have been around for over a hundred years. 201

Flesch - Kincaid Grade Level 4.7

Words read _____ - _____ errors = ______ correct words per minute _____ % accuracy
 Name: __________________________ Date: _______________

lemonade
Use the selection to answer the questions.

1. In what country was lemonade first recorded?

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2. How old is the lemonade we are familiar with?
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3. Describe what is used to make simple lemonade.
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4. What is used for garnish in lemonade?
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5. How do you make pink lemonade?
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6. How does lemonade keep your mouth from being dry?
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7. How long have lemonade stands been around?
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CKeimer
 Name: __________________________ Date: _______________

lemonade
Answer the questions with complete sentences.

1. Identify the main idea and 2 supporting details from the

first paragraph.
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2. Identify the main idea and 2 supporting details from the
second paragraph.
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3. Identify the main idea and 2 supporting details from the
third paragraph.
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4. Infer why lemonade is a popular drink in the summertime.
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CKeimer
 Name: __________________________ Date: _______________

lemonade
Create and name a lemonade stand and write a descriptive
paragraph about it.

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Illustrate.

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