Who moved next door to Rico?
A new family with a daughter named Ella.
Tacos
Where does this story take place?
Rico's house
Why are Mom and Rico making dinner?
To meet the new neighbors
How did Rico and Mom help each other?
They shared responsibilities like making the grocery list, shopping for food, prepping the food, and setting the table.
Who paid for the groceries?
What did Rico and Mom do to make grocery shopping easier?
They tore the list into two parts and each shopped for half of the list.
Where do they get food for dinner?
The grocery
Why did Mom and Rico split the shopping list in half?
To make the shopping go faster because the store was crowded.
How does the reader know that Mom is kind?
She welcomes the new neighbors.
Who set the table?
Rico
What items where on Rico's list at the grocery?
Tomatoes, lettuce, and cheese.
Where will they eat dinner next week?
The new neighbors' house
Why does Mom need help to make dinner?
She was very busy all week.
How does the reader know the new family is kind?
They help wash the dishes and invite Rico and Mom over for dinner next week.
Who had the idea for a "Do-It-Yourself" dinner?
Rico
What do the new neighbors want to make for their "Do-It-Yourself" dinner?
Where was Rico before he went to the grocery?
At school
Why was Rico's idea a good idea?
It is helpful to share responsibilities and it is fun to work together.
How does the picture help the reader visualize the story.
It shows what Rico looks like. It shows Rico washing tomatoes. It shows he is concentrating.
Who had the idea to help wash dishes?
Ella
What did Rico do before he set the table?
They got the food ready (washed tomatoes and shredded the cheese).
Where does the new family live?
Next door to Rico and his mom
Why is this a "Do-It-Yourself" dinner?
Everyone builds their own taco.
How does the new family feel about meeting Rico and his mom?
They are happy.