New Dog in Town / Get Well
From Clifford the Big Red Dog · 2000
26 minPre-KK1stSocial-Emotional Learning
Summary
A flashback shows what Clifford and T-Bone first thought of each other, and the friends rally around Emily Elizabeth when she catches a bad cold. Two stories about first impressions and caring for a sick friend.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
Both stories are about friendship and kindness.
- What did Clifford and T-Bone think of each other at first?
- Why shouldn't we judge someone by a first impression?
- How can you cheer up a friend who is sick?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: impression, friend, care.
Try it: Draw a get-well card for someone who isn't feeling well.