Characters
Why does Devin feel lonely when he sees the boys playing soccer?
Because at his old home he was the goalie on his team, but at his new home he hasn’t made friends yet.
What does the word familiar mean in the story?
Something Devin recognizes when looking in the telescope.
What subject is Devin struggling with at his new school?
Fractions / Math
What is the central message of the story?
With time, you can get used to new things.
What does the picture under paragraph 13 help the reader understand?
How the telescope works / how Devin looks at the stars
Who encourages Devin by saying “It will get better, I promise”?
His dad
Which two words mean the same as peered?
gazed, stared
Why does Devin’s dad take him outside with the telescope?
To remind Devin that some things haven’t changed.
What does Devin’s dad want him to remember when he looks at the stars?
The sky is the same no matter where you live.
Why did the author include the conversation between Devin and his dad?
To show Dad is supportive and encouraging.
What is the reason Devin most likely cannot find his ruler?
It is still packed in a box.
What word describes how Devin feels when he cannot find his ruler?
frustrated
What does Devin need to complete his math homework?
A ruler
Which sentence best shows how Devin feels about moving?
“I hate it here, and nothing feels like home!”
What text feature shows how the telescope is important to the story?
The picture / description of setting it up
Which character shows Devin the telescope?
His dad
What does the word lonelier suggest in the story?
Devin feels even more alone when he sees the soccer game.
What does Devin see through the telescope?
The Big Dipper
How does Devin’s attitude change by the end of the story?
He begins to feel at home and hopeful.
Which part of the story shows rising action?
Devin losing his ruler and getting frustrated
Match the point of view: “I hate it here, nothing feels like home!” vs. “Give it time, it will get better.”
Devin vs. Dad
Which word best describes how Devin feels at the end of the story?
hopeful / at home
Why is the scene with the soccer game included in the passage?
To show that Devin misses home.
What lesson does Dad try to teach Devin?
That change takes time, but home can be found anywhere.
What does the ending of the passage show about Devin’s character?
He learns to adapt and starts to accept his new home.