Blooms TaxonomyFelix ReynosoReading 3311

3rd GradeTeks: (6) Students understand, make inferences and draw conclusions about the structure and elements of drama and provide evidence from text to support their

understanding. Students are expected to explain the elements of plot and character as presented through dialogue in scripts that are read, viewed, written, or performed.

(8) Students understand, make inferences and draw conclusions about the structure and elements of nonfiction

How The Grinch Stole ChristmasBy: Dr. Suess

Published by: Random House Children’s Books

Summary

• The town of Whoville is getting ready for Christmas. Everyone is happy and excited except for one grumpy, and angry character named the Grinch. The Grinch absolutely hates Christmas but nobody knows why. One day the Grinch get so tired of the Christmas spirit that he comes up with a mean and sneaky plan to ruin Christmas for the town. After stealing everyone's presents, food, and decorations, something strange happens. The Whos continue to celebrate Christmas even though all of their things have been taken. The Grinch finally begins to understand what Christmas is all about.

Remembering

• Name the main characters in the story.

• What was the Grinch trying to do?

• What did the Grinch hate?

Understanding

• On a sheet of paper draw your favorite scene from the story. Explain why the scene is important to the story.

Applying

• What would you have done if you had woken up to the Santa Clause at your house?

• Grab a partner and pretend you are talking to the Grinch. What would you say to change his mind about stopping Christmas?

Analyzing

• Create a Venn Diagram and compare The Grinch to Cindy Lou Who. What characteristics do they share? How are they different?

Evaluating

• Do you agree with the Grinch’s actions? Do you think it is o.k. to take things that do not belong to you? Why or why not?

• In groups discuss and defend your position.

Creating

• Use the My Story Book website to rewrite the story from Cindy Lou Who’s point of view.

• https://www.mystorybook.com/