Summary
A lyrical read-aloud of Patricia MacLachlan's picture book, which imagines the Earth as a friend who cares for animals, plants, and the changing seasons. Children listen for descriptive language and notice how the illustrations bring the words to life.
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All ages
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
After watching “My Friend Earth” together:
- What are some ways the Earth takes care of living things in the story?
- Which words or pictures helped you picture the seasons?
- What is one way you can take care of the Earth?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: Earth, season, care, animal, nature
Draw the Earth taking care of one animal or plant. Write one way you can care for the Earth.