Jingle Dancer Study Guide

Why did Jenna borrow jingles from more than one person?

• So everyone would be included.

• So no one's dress would lose its voice.

• To have the most jingles compared to all the other dancers.

• To show off.

Match the following characters to the reason they couldn't dance at the powwow.

• Her legs don't work like they used to.

• Mrs. Scott

• She will be working on a big case.

• Great Aunt Sis

• She will be selling fry bread.

• Cousin Elizabeth

Who does 'Moon' represent in the story?

• Jenna

• Grandma Wolfe

• Great Aunt Sis

• Mrs. Scott

Who does 'Sun' represent in the story?

• Jenna

• Grandma Wolfe

• Great Aunt Sis

• Mrs. Scott

At the beginning of the story, why does Jenna want to Jingle Dance? (Type at least one sentence stating why)

What do you think happens after the powwow? (You won't find this in the book) (Type 2-3 sentences)

Match the following

• jingles

• the sound that you make when you talk or sing
• voice
• cone shaped pieces of metal sewn on a Native American dress
• borrow

• to use something then give it back

Match the following

• shuffle

• a musical instrument

• clattering

• a loud, rattling noise

• drum

• drag your feet when you walk