Henry Holton Takes the Ice
From Storyline Online
11 minK1st2nd3rdReading & Writing (ELA)Social-Emotional Learning
Summary
Henry comes from a hockey-mad family, but what he loves is ice dancing. The story celebrates following your own passion even when it surprises everyone. Read by Ray Romano.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
Henry comes from a hockey-mad family, but what he loves is ice dancing.
- What does Henry's family expect him to love?
- What does Henry actually want to do on the ice?
- Why is it brave to follow an interest that surprises people?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: hockey, ice dancing, passion.
Try it: Write about something you love that might surprise people who know you.