by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 24, 2026
The author writes that many trees planted by city sidewalks don’t live past seven years old. After reading the book, what do you think you could do to help them to live longer? What else did you learn in the book about the difference between young trees and older...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 24, 2026
The author describes a city “draped in a blanket of green” on the first page. What does she mean? She also asks: “Is this the city you know?” What’s your city like—do you have lots of trees on streets and lawns or are they few and far between? Are they big and healthy...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 23, 2026
When the Prophet confronts the merchant about the way he treats the camel, the merchant is unable to speak. Review this passage as a class. Why do students feel the merchant reacted that way? Have students write an opinion piece on what the merchant is thinking and...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 23, 2026
The story revolves around the relationship of the camel and his owner, the merchant. Break students into small groups and have them discuss the following questions: What is the relationship between the camel and the merchant like at the beginning of the story? What is...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 23, 2026
Have students identify the main characters of this story. Working as a class, read the story closely to determine the key personality traits of each individual. Record them on a chart. Discuss how the author conveys information about each character to the...
