Name that Author
Stone Soup
John J Muth
Ben Hatke
Mighty Jack
This excitable dog thinks he is a superhero and narrates part of the story.
Wedgie
This character is the adventurous sibling who discovers a magical seed.
Jack
This is the primary setting where Isaiah's camping adventure unfolds.
Grand Teton National Park
Andrew Larsen
C.R. Fulton
Grand Teton Stampede
This self-proclaimed “evil genius” guinea pig is always plotting to take over the world.
Gizmo
Jack plants this mysterious item, which leads to magical and dangerous events.
the magical bean or seed
This is the unexpected event that disrupts Isaiah's camping trip on the second night.
A stampede
This Way, Charlie
Caron Levis and Charles Santoso
Suzanne Selfors
This theme is shown as the pets (and kids) learn to accept each other despite being very different.
Family, friendship, or learning to get along
This is the main danger Jack and his sister face after climbing the beanstalk.
giants or the giant’s world
These are the three main characters who investigate the mysterious stampede.
Isaiah, his cousin Ethan, and his sister Sadie
"Mother Doesn't Want a Dog"
Judith Viorst
Kate DiCamillo
The Tale of Despereaux
This problem often causes chaos in the story as Wedgie and Gizmo try to carry out their plans.
misunderstandings or mischief
Jack must use this skill to survive and outsmart the dangers in the magical world.
courage, cleverness, or problem-solving
The children discover this at the scene of the stampede, raising suspicions.
A broken fence
Mighty Jack
Ben Hatke
Andrew Clements
No Talking
The story is told in this fun style, where readers see the world from each pet’s point of view.
alternating perspectives (or different narrators)
The story teaches this lesson about taking risks and facing challenges with bravery.
bravery and clever thinking can help overcome big challenges
This is one reason the children need to be careful while exploring the park during the stampede.
Wild animals or dangerous terrain