Imagine the Text

by | Feb 19, 2026

As the story is read aloud, ask students to create mental images of what the text is about. Have them share their ideas with the class. Reread the text to students, showing the pictures as the text is read aloud.

Illustrate a Phrase

by | Feb 19, 2026

Have students work in small groups (three or four students) to illustrate a phrase from the text. Post their illustrations when complete. Do a gallery walk to view each group’s illustration. Follow up this activity with a sharing circle. Curriculum connections: Arts /...

Front Cover Picture Walk

by | Feb 19, 2026

Show the front cover of the book to students with the title covered. Ask students to make predictions about what they think the book will be about and share their ideas with a partner. Uncover the title and pose the question again. Ask students to confirm their...

Gilbert’s New Friend

by | Feb 17, 2026

Page 32: In the last vignette, Gilbert is now accompanied by a new friend. Compare this to the image on the title page. Who is this new friend? Can you find him in the story and imagine what he represents for the future of the little girl? (Bear is found on page...