Relating to the Main Idea

Lead a discussion using the following three questions: (1) What are some things that make you angry? (2) Is it okay to get angry sometimes? When? (3) How do people act when they are angry?

Predictions

Make a prediction on what you think the book will be about.

What Does the Title Tell Us?

Ask students to explain what the title of the book means. Ask: What is anger? Record student responses on chart paper.

A Look at the Cover

What do you notice about the illustration on the front cover? Look closely at the girl. How do you think she feels? What makes you think that? Tell me more about why you think that.