Make Predictions

Review the book with students showing them the front and back covers, endpapers, copyright and title pages. Tell them the names of the author, illustrator and publisher. Ask students what they think the book is about.

Discuss the Illustrations

Show students the illustrations on the opening pages before the story begins. What do these illustrations tell them?

New Vocabulary

Some words may be unfamiliar or may be used in a different way than students have seen previously. Possible words for study include: asphalted roosted Aurora Borealis shimmered direction stretching exhibition tarp graveled...

Make Predictions

Review the book with students showing them the front and back covers, endpapers, copyright and title pages. Tell them the names of the author, illustrator and publisher. Ask students what they think the book is about.

Human Graph on Climate Change

Conduct a “human graph” activity to reflect students’ current opinions on climate change. In a large, open area, like the gym, post a series of signs on one wall, about 1.5 meters (5 feet) apart, saying, “I strongly agree,” “I agree somewhat” and “I do not agree” (or...