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Family values, heritage, and environment

 

Summary:

Denise just turned six.  As part of her family tradition, she was sent to visit her Grandmother in the Louisiana bayou.  Her grandmother is a wildlife rehabilitator.  During her visit, Denise's grandmother shares her knowledge of wildlife.   Denise takes a special treasure home with her.

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Why was Denise sent to visit her grandmother in the bayou?

What was the "treasure" Iona brought back from the bayou?

What was the "treasure" Geneva brought back from the bayou?

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Explain what the "treasures" meant to each girl.

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Do you have a special treasure?

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Explain.

Denise found an injured baby painted bunting bird.  As Denise cared for the bird, she grew attached to it.  Explain what Denise learned as she cared for the bird, then had to let it go free.

 

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Choose one bayou creature from the book.  Research and write an essay about your creature of choice.  Use the Internet to copy pictures and find background information.

Create a list of professions having a connection with wildlife and/or the environment.  Research and create a brochure of information about your choice.

Discuss the "joi de vivre", joy of life.  Write an acrostic describing your joy of life feelings and thoughts.  Illustrate the poem.


 

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