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Saving Winslow
Last updated Wednesday, March 27, 2019
Author: Sharon Creech
Date of Publication:
ISBN: 0062570706
Grade Level: 4th (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Apr. 2019
Synopsis:
Louie doesn't have the best luck when it comes to nurturing small creatures. So when his father brings home a sickly newborn mini donkey, he's determined to save him. He names him Winslow. Taking care of him helps Louie feel closer to his brother, Gus, who is far, far away in the army.
Everyone worries that Winslow won't survive, especially Louie’s quirky new friend, Nora, who has experienced loss of her own. But as Louie's bond with Winslow grows, surprising and life-altering events prove that this fragile donkey is stronger than anyone could have imagined.
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What do you think the book is about?
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How do you take care of an animal?
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What do you think it would be like to have a pet donkey?
Vocabulary
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musty (Ch 2, pg 5) - having an odor or flavor suggestive of mold
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plastering (ch 2, pg 6) - coat or cover something with a substance
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nurturing (ch 3, pg 7) - care for an encourage the growth or development of
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gasped (ch 3, pg 8) - a sudden, short intake of breath, as in shock or surprise
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pitiful (ch 3, pg 9) - deserving of sadness or sorrow
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repellent (ch 4, pg 12) - something (a substance) that keeps away insects
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How would you feel if you got a pet donkey?
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What type of pet would you like to have? Why?
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Do you think Louie will be able to save Winslow?
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What names do you like for a pet?
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