Story Details
What does the snail dream about doing?
Traveling the world.
Describe the snail using one word.
Options: curious, brave, adventurous
Why did the snail want to leave the rock?
To travel
How did the snail probably feel before leaving?
Excited, happy, nervous
What lesson does the story teach?
Even someone small can help.
OR
Try new things and make new friends.
Where does the snail live at the beginning of the story?
On a rock by the sea
Describe the whale using one word.
Why did the whale get stuck?
He swam too close to the shore after getting lost during the boat racing
How did the whale probably feed when he got stuck?
Scared or worried
Who teaches us this lesson?
The snail
icebergs, caves, volcanoes, shore, school, and land around the ocean.
Which character helps the other at the end?
The snail helps the whale.
What did the snail do to help?
He found the school and wrote on the board.
Why didn't the snail give up?
He wanted to save his friend.
He saves the whale.
What happens to the whale near the middle of the story?
He gets stranded on the beach.
How does the snail show bravery?
By leaving the whale's tail and asking for help at the school.
What happened after the teacher saw the message?
They went to the firefighters, and everyone helped save the whale.
Why did the children help?
They wanted to save the whale.
What does this story teach about being small?
You can do important things no matter your size or situation.
Tell the story in your own words using the beginning, middle, and end.
KEY POINTS:
- snail wanted to travel
-whale picked him up
-they traveled together
-whale got stuck
-snail found help
-whale was saved and returned to snail's rock
-all the snails wanted to join on the adventure
How are the snail and whale good friends?
Because they survived the journey together and helped one another.
What might have happened if the snail stayed with the whale?
The whale might not have been rescued.
How do you know the snail cared about the whale?
He worked hard to find help.
What is your favorite lesson from the story?
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