Hunter's Best Friend at School

Last updated Thursday, February 6, 2002

Author: Laura Elliott
Illustrator: Lynn Munsinger
Date of Publication: 2002
ISBN: 0060002301
Grade Level: 2nd Grade
Date(s) Used: Feb. 2003

Synopsis: Hunter and Stripe are best friends. This young raccoon pair loves to do everything together, like dress in striped sweaters, read the same stories, and even eat the same lunch--a crawfish sandwich, huckleberries, and milk. But when Stripe arrives one day at school in a mischief-making mood and starts stirring up trouble in Mr. Ringtail's class, should Hunter follow along?

Craft ideas:

• Cut out little minnows and a plate, and write your name and your friends' names.
• Finish the frog that Hunter started to show what it would have looked like if he had not cut it up.

*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!