Why and how? (Luna)
Why does Joylin suggest that Caden show his drawing to Mom?
Because she thinks Mom will appreciate it more and might be more supportive.
Find a line in the poem that shows how Caden feels about drawing.
“His hand a busy bird flying across a page of his drawing pad” shows that he is focused and enjoys drawing
What do you think Caden will do with his drawing after Joylin leaves the room?
He might decide to show it to Mom or keep it to himself.
What does the phrase “his hand a busy bird” mean?
It means Caden’s hand is moving quickly as he draws.
Combine these sentences using “and”: “Caden draws Joylin. He watches her play handball.”
“Caden draws Joylin and watches her play handball.”
How does Joylin feel when she sees Caden’s drawing?
She feels impressed because she thinks the drawing looks like it’s jumping off the page.
What line shows that Joylin is impressed by Caden’s drawing?
“The action pose he’s drawn of me nearly leaps in the air.”
Do you think Caden will ever show his drawing to Dad? Why or why not?
He might not because he seems uncomfortable with the idea when Joylin suggests it.
What does “nearly leaps in the air” mean when describing the drawing?
It means that the drawing looks very lively and realistic.
Create a sentence using “because” to explain why Joylin thinks Caden’s drawing is great.
“Joylin thinks Caden’s drawing is great because it looks like it’s alive.”
Why does Caden stare at Joylin like she’s “grown two heads”?
He is surprised and confused that she would suggest showing the drawing to Dad.
What evidence suggests that Joylin regrets her suggestion to Caden?
“I leave the room before I manage to say something else stupid.”
What do you think Joylin will do differently the next time she talks to Caden about his art?
She might think more about what Caden would be comfortable with before making a suggestion.
What does Joylin mean when she says she “spoiled it” after suggesting showing the drawing to Dad?
It means she thinks she made a mistake and made the situation worse.
Expand this sentence using “but”: “Caden likes drawing. He doesn’t want to show it to Dad.”
“Caden likes drawing, but he doesn’t want to show it to Dad.”
How does Caden’s reaction change when Joylin suggests showing the drawing to Mom instead?
He seems more comfortable with the idea and nods in agreement.
Cite a line that shows Caden’s reaction to Joylin’s suggestion about showing his drawing to Dad.
“Caden stares at me like I’ve grown two heads.”
What might happen if Caden shows the drawing to Mom?
She might compliment him and make him feel more confident about his art.
What does it mean when Joylin says she “watches her words paint a smile” on Caden’s face?
It means that her compliment makes Caden happy and smile.
Create a sentence using “so” to explain why Joylin leaves the room after suggesting that Caden show his drawing to Dad.
“Joylin leaves the room quickly so she doesn’t say something else that might upset Caden.”