The Lorax



Last updated Sunday, October 23, 2005

Author: Dr. Seuss
Date of Publication:
ISBN:
Grade Level: 5th    (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Apr. 2000

Synopsis: A greedy individual, the cantankerous Once-ler, thoughtlessly pollutes the air, land, and water of the Bar-ba-loots' paradise, Truffula Forest, in order to build his giant industry.

Discussion topics: To be posted soon ...

Craft ideas:
•  In the center of a piece of paper, have the children write "unless..." as in the book. Unless what? Discuss cause and effect--unless they do what, what will happen to the environment? They can draw out the answers, or write them around the word.
•  Create simple costumes, and act out the book, or take turns acting it out.
•  For the adventurous, bring seeds to plant in dixie cups.

*Note: These craft ideas are just suggestions. You can use them, but you don't have to use them. You can expand upon them, or add your own twist. Remember, though, that the focus of your time should not be on the development and execution of a craft; the focus should be on the read-aloud and the enjoyment of the book!