Franklin Takes a Trip / Franklin's Bicycle Helmet
From Franklin · 1998
23 minPre-KK1st2ndSocial-Emotional LearningHealth
Summary
Franklin takes a trip away from home and works through feeling homesick. In the second story, Franklin learns why wearing a bicycle helmet keeps him safe.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
These stories are about handling homesickness and about bike safety.
- What helped Franklin feel better when he missed home?
- Why is it important to wear a helmet when you ride?
- What safety gear do you use when you ride or play?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: homesick, helmet, safety.
Try it: Show how you buckle a helmet and say why it matters.