by Emma Davis | Sep 14, 2026
Discussion Questions: Why does the child want to know the meaning of their name? How do the mother, father and grandfather each add meaning to the child’s name? What memories are connected to the child’s name? Why might a name help someone feel proud? What...
by Emma Davis | Sep 14, 2026
Materials: Think-aloud prompts, partner discussion cards Pause at key moments in the story and model thinking aloud about the importance of names. For example, when the child asks why they have their name, say aloud: “I think the child wants to know more than a...
by Emma Davis | Sep 14, 2026
Materials: Symbol chart, sticky notes, pencils Explain that symbols are objects, images or details that represent bigger ideas. As students read, ask them to watch for repeated or meaningful images, including olive trees, olives, family harvest, written names, hands,...
by Emma Davis | Sep 14, 2026
Identify important cause-and-effect relationships, including the storm, the fishing boat’s condition and Boogy’s distraction.
by Emma Davis | Sep 14, 2026
Compare the experiences of both boats during the storm and discuss why their experiences were so different.
