The Big Sleepover / Dog for a Day
From Clifford the Big Red Dog · 2000
26 minPre-KK1stSocial-Emotional Learning
Summary
Charley babysits Clifford for a night, and then, tired of his chores, wishes he could live the easy life of a dog. Two stories about seeing another's point of view and appreciating what you have.
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Discussion
Both stories are about walking in someone else's shoes.
- What did Charley think a dog's life would be like?
- Was it really as easy as he thought?
- What is something about your own life you're thankful for?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: appreciate, grateful, point of view.
Try it: List two things about your day that you're thankful for.