Franklin Fibs / Franklin's Blanket
From Franklin · 1997
23 minPre-KK1st2ndSocial-Emotional Learning
Summary
Franklin tells a small fib that grows bigger and bigger until the truth comes out — and he learns why honesty matters. In the second story, Franklin decides he's ready to give up his beloved blanket.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
These stories are about honesty and about outgrowing a comfort object.
- What happened as Franklin's fib got bigger?
- How did Franklin feel after he told the truth?
- Why is it easier to trust someone who tells the truth?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: fib, honest, trust.
Try it: Finish the sentence: 'Telling the truth is important because ___.'