Jun
2
Questions for Chapters 13, 14 & 15
June 2, 2011 | Uncategorized | Leave a Comment
Chapter 13: How does Mrs. Brisbane know that the students were doing a good job of caring for Humphrey?
Chapter 14: How did Humphrey help Mr. Brisbane?
Chapter 15: How does the story end? Does this story remind you of anything? What does it make you think about?
May
20
Questions for Chapters 10, 11 & 12
May 20, 2011 | Uncategorized | 1 Comment
Chapter 10: Why did Garth let Humphrey out of his cage? How does Humphrey get back into his cage?
Chapter 11: Why is “Lower-Your-Voice” A.J. so loud? What did Humphrey do to solve the problem at A.J.’s house?
Chapter 12: Who was going to care for Humphrey over Thanksgiving vacation?
Please complete any previous questions as well. Happy Reading! Mrs. A.
May
12
Questions for Chapters 7, 8 & 9
May 12, 2011 | Uncategorized | 3 Comments
Chapter 7: How did Humphrey help Sayeh’s family?
Chapter 8: On Halloween, what did the students have to do to get treats?
Chapter 9: This chapter is called “The Art of Self-Defense.” How does Humphrey defend himself at Miranda’s house?
P.S. Don’t forget to answer Questions from Chapters 4,5 & 6 if you haven’t already done so.
Thanks! Mrs. A.
May
5
Questions for Chapters 4, 5 & 6
May 5, 2011 | Uncategorized | 3 Comments
Chapter 4: How did the room mothers feel about Humphrey going to another classroom?
Chapter 5: Explain the plan Heidi’s mom discussed with the students.
Chapter 6: What surprise did the students get? Who got to take Humphrey home for the weekend?
Apr
28
The World According to Humphrey
April 28, 2011 | Uncategorized | 14 Comments
Here are the questions for the week of 4/28/11:
Chapter 1: How did Humphrey’s life change when Mrs. Mac bought Humphrey?
Chapter 2: Compare and contrast Ms. Mac and Mrs. Brisbane.
Chapter 3: What tips have you learned so far about caring for hamsters?
Apr
28
Welcome To Humphrey’s World
April 28, 2011 | Uncategorized | 3 Comments
Hi Everyone,
Today begins our next (and final) chapter book for the school year: The World According To Humphrey. As with our last book Amber Brown, I will post questions on my blog pertaining to the chapters read. Please answer the questions before we meet the next Thursday at school. Happy Reading!! Mrs. A.
Mar
31
Earthquakes, Volcanoes, and Tsunamis
March 31, 2011 | Uncategorized | 1 Comment
Hello Everyone,
I hope you enjoyed reading the above non-fiction book today. Here are the questions:
1. How is an earthquake different from a tsunami? How are they the same?
2. Scientists have become good at predicting volcanic eruptions. Why do you think it is difficult for them to predict earthquakes?
3. What are some results of an event such as an earthquake, volcanic eruption, or tsunami?
Have fun! See you soon. Mrs. A.
Mar
17
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
March 17, 2011 | Uncategorized | 2 Comments
Hi Everyone! I hope you enjoyed our latest book, The St. Patrick’s Day Mystery. Here are the remaining questions:
1. Who do you think decorated Aja’s desk?
2. For most of the story, what is Aja’s opinion about whether leprechauns are real?
3. What caused the students to leave the classroom?
4. What kind of lesson do you think the author wanted you to learn from Aja?
Have fun! Mrs. A.
Mar
10
The St. Patrick’s Day Mystery
March 10, 2011 | Uncategorized | 3 Comments
Hello Everyone! How do you like my new talking avatar? Here is the first question from our new story: Do you think Ms. McBride is telling the truth about not decorating the classroom? Explain.
See you next week! Mrs. A.
Feb
18
Final Questions for Amber Brown Is Not a Crayon
February 18, 2011 | Uncategorized | 3 Comments
Hello Everyone,
Here are the final questions for Amber Brown: What was your favorite part of the story and why? What message do you think the author was trying to give by writing this story?
Have a fun and safe February break!!
