Franklin Goes to School / Franklin Is Lost
From Franklin · 1997
23 minPre-KK1st2ndSocial-Emotional Learning
Summary
It's the first day of school and Franklin is nervous about everything new. In the second story, Franklin gets separated from his class on a trip and has to stay calm and find help.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
These stories are about first-day nerves and staying calm when you feel lost.
- How did Franklin feel on his first day of school, and what helped?
- What did Franklin do when he realized he was lost?
- Who are the grown-ups you can go to for help at school?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: nervous, brave, help.
Try it: Point to two trusted grown-ups you could ask for help at school.