I Wouldn't Tell a Lie

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

English Language Arts

Grade(s)

2

Overview

Childhood is a time for laughing, learning, and playing with friends. Every day all around the world, children meet and make new friends. In this online book from the International Children's Digital Library, Monty the raccoon lies, breaking the trust his friend, Fritz the rabbit, had in him. This book highlights the importance of being a good friend and the consequences of lying.

 

See the supplemental materials for detailed teaching activities. The asset titled, "Forever Friendship—Making Friends Story Map" most closely aligns with the Alabama Course of Study.

English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 2

ELA21.2.23

Identify the main story elements in a literary text.

UP:ELA21.2.23

Vocabulary

  • Story elements
  • Literary text

Knowledge

Students know:
  • Literary text is a story that contains story elements, like a plot and characters.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Identify the main story elements in a literary text, such as characters, settings, and plot.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • Literary texts include story elements, and they can identify the various elements to better understand the text.

CR Resource Type

Interactive/Game

Resource Provider

PBS

License Type

CUSTOM
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