by Emma Davis | Aug 17, 2026
Challenge students to become “illustration detectives.” Instead of focusing only on the words, ask them to study the collage artwork carefully. Questions to ask students include: Where is the character looking? How does the artist show nervousness? Which colors help...
by Emma Davis | Aug 17, 2026
Before reading the text, complete a picture walk using only the illustrations. Encourage students to carefully study each page and describe what they notice about the child’s facial expressions, body language, and surroundings. Ask students to predict: Where is the...
by Emma Davis | Aug 17, 2026
Display the cover. Ask students to describe what they see and predict what the monster might need help with.
by Emma Davis | Aug 17, 2026
Pause on illustration-heavy pages and ask students what the pictures show that the words do not say. Discuss emotions, setting, and actions.
by Emma Davis | Aug 17, 2026
Display images of foods from the story. Ask students to describe shapes, colors and textures using descriptive language.
