Why Do You Think?
Why do you think people wear coats in the winter?
People wear coats in the winter to stay warm and protect themselves from the cold.
The character helped a friend without being asked. What does this say about their personality?
This shows the character is kind, caring, and helpful.
A character forgot their homework. What’s another way they could solve the problem?
The character could talk to the teacher, explain the situation, and ask for an extension.
The rabbit jumped over the tall fence, ran through the field, and stopped under the tree to rest.
What did the rabbit do after it jumped over the fence?
“ran,” “through,” “field,” and “rest,”
If you could have any job for a day, what job would you pick and why?
Why do you think it's important to follow rules in school?
Following rules keeps everyone safe and helps things run smoothly. It also makes sure everyone has an equal chance to learn.
The character tried to win the race even though they were very tired. What personality trait does this show?
This shows the character is determined and persistent.
The main character is stuck in traffic and is late for school. What else could they do to make it on time?
The character could take an alternate route, call ahead to explain the situation, or ask for help from a friend.
The squirrel scampered up the tree to collect more acorns before the storm arrived.
Why did the squirrel scamper up the tree?
to collect acorns
If you were a character in a book, what kind of character would you be? A hero, villain, or sidekick? Why?
Explain role as character
Why do we need to follow rules in a game?
Rules in a game ensure fairness, help everyone know how to play, and make sure the game is fun for everyone.
How do you think the character felt when they received a surprise gift? Why?
The character likely felt happy, surprised, and excited because gifts often bring joy.
A student is feeling shy and doesn’t want to participate in class. What could they do instead?
The student could practice what to say ahead of time, raise their hand when they feel ready, or ask a friend for support.
The chef sliced the vegetables and tossed them into the hot pan, making a delicious soup.
What did the chef do with the vegetables?
“sliced” and “tossed”
If you could turn into any animal for a day, which animal would you choose and why?
Why do you think it’s important to be kind to others?
Being kind helps build strong relationships, creates a positive environment, and can make someone’s day better, fostering mutual respect and understanding.
The character felt sad when they lost their favorite book. How do you think their friend would feel? Why?
The friend might feel empathetic or sad as well, because losing something important can be upsetting.
The character is nervous about making a presentation. What’s another way they could overcome their nerves?
The character could practice in front of a mirror, take deep breaths to calm down, or imagine the audience cheering them on.
A rainbow appeared in the sky after the rain, and people ran outside to take pictures.
What did people do when they saw the rainbow?
“ran” and “take pictures”
If you were a superhero, what powers would you have and what would your costume look like?
Powers/costume
Why do we use maps and GPS when traveling?
Maps and GPS help us navigate, find our way to places, and avoid getting lost by showing us the best routes to our destination.
The character felt proud of themselves after completing a big task. How do you think their family felt?
The family might feel proud, happy, and supportive of the character for their accomplishment.
The character lost their favorite toy. What’s another way they could feel better without it?
The character could focus on finding a new toy, think about other things they love, or talk to a friend to feel better.
The teacher explained the lesson to the students and asked them questions about the material.
What did the teacher do after explaining the lesson?
“asked questions”
If you had a flying car, where would you go first, and who would you bring along?
where/who