Teacher's Pet / Islander of the Year
From Clifford the Big Red Dog · 2000
26 minPre-KK1stSocial-Emotional Learning
Summary
On his first day at school, T-Bone worries he can't keep up, and the library holds an essay contest for 'Islander of the Year.' Two stories about facing first-day worries and doing good in your community.
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Discussion
One story is about first-day nerves; the other about helping your community.
- What was T-Bone worried about on his first day?
- What helps you feel braver about something new?
- What is one way you can help your community?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: worry, brave, community.
Try it: Draw one good deed you could do for your school or neighborhood.