by Amanda | Apr 10, 2025
Do you have too much stuff? What kind of stuff do you have too much of? Is there anything you can do about it? What does the author mean when she writes “what if more isn’t always better”?
by Amanda | Apr 10, 2025
Do you think it’s possible to get rid of trash altogether? What did you learn in reading the book about ways to move toward this goal?
by boot | Mar 14, 2025
What is the author’s message? Ask students to turn and talk to their elbow partner. Share ideas with the whole class. Students may do a written response or an illustration of the author’s message.
by boot | Mar 14, 2025
While digging for clams with her grandmother, what did Alego discover? Have you ever unexpectedly discovered something new and exciting?
by boot | Mar 14, 2025
Have students identify ways in which they handle their anger in positive ways to calm themselves down. List these on a chart. Post the chart in the classroom and refer to it when situations arise.
