Cause & Effect
What caused the cookies to be too sweet?
Ella added too much sugar to the dough.
What does "rustled" mean?
"Rustled" means a soft, light sound, like leaves moving in the wind.
What is the theme of the story?
The theme is about helping the community and caring for the environment.
Why did Dr. Lopez write Animals of the Rainforest?
Dr. Lopez wrote the book to educate children about rainforest animals and the importance of protecting rainforests.
What grade did Mr. Kyrin use to teach?
5th Grade
What happened after Ella realized the cookies were too sweet?
She decided to bake a second batch using the correct amount of sugar.
What does "magical" suggest about the forest?
"Magical" suggests the forest feels special, mysterious, and full of wonder.
How did Lily and her classmates help the park?
They cleaned up trash and planted flowers.
What is the main goal of the book?
The main goal is to teach kids about rainforest animals and inspire them to protect the environment.
What state did Mr. Kyrin teach in before coming to Minnesota?
Iowa
How did the second batch of cookies turn out?
The second batch of cookies was perfect—golden brown and just the right sweetness.
What does "a sense of excitement" mean in this passage?
"A sense of excitement" means Jake felt eager or enthusiastic about the adventure.
How did Lily feel after helping at the park?
Lily felt happy and proud of the work they had done.
What can readers learn from the book?
Readers can learn about animals and the importance of protecting the rainforest.
What is Mr. Kyrin’s favorite subject to teach?
Math
What lesson did Ella learn from her mistake?
Ella learned that mistakes can be fixed and it’s okay to try again.
What does the word "cozy" suggest about Jake’s feeling by the campfire?
"Cozy" means Jake felt warm, comfortable, and safe near the fire.
Why did people stop to admire the park?
They stopped because the park was now clean and beautiful.
Why could pictures be included in the book?
Pictures can be included to make learning about the rainforest fun and engaging.
What does Mr. Kyrin like to do for fun outside of school?
Play video games
What effect did adding too much sugar have on the cookies?
The cookies turned out much too sugary and needed to be remade.
What does "distant" mean in the context of the owl’s hoot?
"Distant" means the owl’s hoot was far away, not close by.
What did Lily learn from the experience?
Lily learned that small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
What does Dr. Lopez hope readers will do after reading the book?
Dr. Lopez hopes readers will care about rainforests and be motivated to protect them.
How many years has Mr. Kyrin been teaching?
Three years