Mad Dog Martha
From Martha Speaks · 2008
2 minK1st2nd3rdReading & Writing (ELA)Social-Emotional Learning
Summary
During a bath, a soggy, squirming Martha gets mistaken for a wild, out-of-control dog. A funny misunderstanding that opens the door to talking about how things can look one way and really be another.
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Discussion questions
A bath-time mix-up makes everyone think Martha is a 'mad dog.'
- Why do people think Martha is a 'mad dog'?
- Is that really what's going on? What's the truth?
- How do you think Martha feels being misunderstood?
- When has someone gotten the wrong idea about you?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: mistaken, misunderstand, calm
- Tell Martha's side of the story in one sentence.
- Name a time you had to explain what really happened.