This is a 21-page book study based on the text “My Strange Shrinking Parents” by Zeno Sworder. This book Is shortlisted on the 2023 CBCA book list for “Picture Book of the Year”.
This is a stunning, heartfelt book about a parent’s love, and just how much a parent will sacrifice for their child.
This is a unit of work, consisting of a range of activities designed to complement using My Strange Shrinking Parents in the classroom. The activities are largely open-ended so would suit any primary-aged group of students.
The unit contains:
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a comprehension guide, targeting the following skills: literal comprehension, inferential comprehension, figurative language, main idea, comparing and contrasting, cause and effect and author purpose.
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suggested answers to comprehension questions.
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two different book reviews (for infants and primary aged students)
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a range of ten literature circle task cards, designed to be printed and laminated. Tasks are independent with minimal prep. Tasks include a high degree of student choice to promote high engagement.
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all associated printables and resources
All activities are designed to be independent, so they are perfect for inclusion in Literature Circle rotations.
Happy reading!
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