Now our “world tour” is taking us to Africa where your child will meet Mat. There are a lot of fun lessons you could create to go along with this book.
Around the World – Lesson 12
“I can read and comprehend Mat.”
Objective: To fluently read the story, Mat. RF.K.4)
Materials: Pat (Set 2, Book 3)
Procedures: Discuss the cover of this book. Ask questions such as: Where could this story take place? Is it hot or cold where he lives? How can you tell? Why is the boy dressed like that? What is he doing? Turn to the inside front cover to read and discuss the vocabulary words. Then have your child read the book. Remember to ask questions about the illustrations, talk about the setting, characters, and plot, make predictions, point out details in the text, and so on.
Conclusion: After reading the story, discuss the comprehension questions at the end of the book and ask your child to retell the story. For further practice, download the FREE printable activity sheet for this book from our website.