We read this very real story about a boy who goes to visit his Grandmother in her nursing home for the first time. Eve Bunting is one of my favourite children's authors. Her books never disappoint and present opportunities for very rich, meaningful discussion.
The story is a very honest depiction of how families often put on brave faces to make it look like everything is "okay". It's the boy who encourages everyone to open up and share their fears and emotions.
The boys and girls began working on a Reading Response With Evidence related to this story. They are asked to write about how Timothy shows love and respect toward others. Some students may choose the more obvious ways such as, he is polite and respectful toward his Grandmother. Other children may want to challenge themselves and read between the lines to find different ways he demonstrates love and respect.
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