Ricky's Journey to Rhyming Success

Annie introduces a story about Ricky the Rock, who loves school but struggles with writing a rhyming story. With encouragement from his friend Tess, Ricky discovers he can rhyme naturally. He gains confidence and presents his story, learning that everyone has hidden talents that can be uncovered with effort.

What subject does Ricky find challenging in school?

• Science

• Math

• Gym

• Reading and Writing

What does Tess suggest Ricky needs to improve his rhyming skills?

• Practice

• A tutor

• A dictionary

• More books

What does Tess compare rhyming to, in order to encourage Ricky?

• A puzzle

• A dance

• A song

• A game

What does Ricky's teacher ask the class to do?

• Solve a math problem

• Write a rhyming story

• Read a book

• Write a poem

What is Ricky's initial reaction to the rhyming assignment?

• Nervous

• Excited

• Confident

• Indifferent

What does Tess use to help Ricky practice rhyming on their way home?

• Flashcards

• Objects they see

• Poems

• Songs

Who helps Ricky realize his potential in rhyming?

• The principal

• His parents

• His friend Tess

• His teacher

What realization does Ricky come to about his rhyming ability?

• He should give up

• He needs more help

• He can't rhyme at all

• He has been rhyming all along

What does Ricky do after realizing he can rhyme?

• He changes schools

• He writes a story

• He gives up

• He asks for more help

What is the main lesson Ricky learns by the end of the story?

• School is difficult

• Everyone has hidden talents

• Friends are not helpful

• Rhyming is not important