1. Comprehension Checks Questions

2. David’s New Friends(p.31)
How does David feel about school when he is at home? Does he feel different after the first day?
Would you like to have Mr. Roy as your teacher? Why or why not?
Why might David think lizards are creepy?

3. Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea (p.65)
Why does Mr. Putter want company? How does this change by the end of the story?
Would you like having Tabby for a pet?
Why do you think the pet store lady tells Mr. Putter to go to the shelter to look for a cat? Explain.

4. Fighting the Fire (p.77) Why are wildfires harmful?
Why are firefighters important people in your neighborhood?
Do you think Smokey can help prevent forest fires? Why or why not?

5. Meet Rosina (p.107)
How does Rosina spend most of her day? What are her favorite activities?
How is your day like Rosina’s day? How is it different?
Rosina’s family is also deaf. How does this help or not help Rosina? Explain.