"Superheroes are Everywhere" Assessment

Kate was outside at recess one day when she saw several boys running in a relay race. She saw another girl in her class, Elizabeth, asking to join the race but the boys told her no because "she was a girl." She was upset and walked away with her head hung low. Kate when over to the boys and explained to them that just because she was a girl, doesn't mean she cannot run and be athletic too. She explained to them that it wasn't fair and asked them how they would feel if they were excluded from an activity they wanted to do. The boys understood and let Elizabeth run in their race. The children ended up having a fun time. Based on the book, what makes Kate a hero?

• "Heroes are teachers"

• "Heroes work hard"

• "Heroes stand up for what's right"

• "Heroes explore with you"

What was Kamala's explanation for why heroes make you feel brave?

• Her dad let go of her hand in the park and called out to her, "Run, Kamala, run!"

• Her grandmother checked for monsters in the closet

• Her mom let her help cook

• Her sister went bike riding with her

Heroes make you feel unsafe at school. True or False?

• True

• False

Why did Kamala say her grandfather was a hero?

• He was a lawyer and made sure the law protected everyone

• He used his voice to make India a free country

• He explored and chased fireflies with her

• He ate birthday cake with her

Cody does not share. He is mean to other friends. He does not help anyone struggling with their work even if he has completed his. Based on the story, is he considered a hero?

• Yes

• No

Analyze the statement: "I got to know amazing kids who want to make the world a better place." What are some things children can do to improve the world?

• Giving out kindness cards

• Create birthday boxes for less fortunate children on their birthdays

• Do not share

• Be mean to other children

• Host a bake sale to end child world hunger

Superheroes can be anyone who tries to be the best that they can be. True or False?

• True

• False

Based on the story and your knowledge of what a superhero is, what could you infer that a superhero would do if they saw you crying on the playground?

• Acknowledge you and ask you what is wrong

• See that you are crying but does not try to help you in any way

• Get an adult

• Try to make you feel better

• Laugh at you

Why did Kamala say that teachers were superheroes?

• They do crafts with students

• They instruct students and teach them about subjects

• They yell at students

• They show students the whole world and help them chase their dreams