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Don McLean's American Pie: A Fable
Last updated Thursday, December 8, 2022
Author: Meteor 17 Books
Date of Publication: 2022
ISBN: 1957317019
Grade Level: 1st (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Dec. 2022
Synopsis:
A long, long time ago...
…in a small town, there lived a lonely newspaper boy. So begins this heartfelt story inspired by one of the most iconic works of American rock-n-roll.
Don McLean's American Pie: A Fable weaves elements and themes from the classic song with experiences from the singer-songwriter's own early years into a stunningly visual and uplifting tale for all ages. This fable reveals the emotional journey of a newspaper delivery boy in the late 1950s who discovers the joy of friendship and music, eventually learning that when you recognize what truly makes you happy, you're never really alone.
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What do you see on the book cover? (lots of things to point out: bike, crown/hat, newspapers, bag, guitar, etc.)
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What do you think this book is about?
Vocabulary:
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Neighbors - people living near or next door to the speaker or person referred to
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Fling - to throw
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Friendship - a relationship between two or more people
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Imagination - the ability of the mind to be creative, form new ideas, images or concepts
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Anticipation - the action of waiting for something to happen
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Gleefully - joyful and happy
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| Discussion topics for during/after reading: |
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When do you use your imagination?
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Have you ever written a letter?
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What do you think happened to Buddy?
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