Understanding Storm Safety and Reactions

Mrs. Bisseau introduces the story 'Waiting Out the Storm' by Joanne Early Mackin, illustrated by Susan Gaber. The story is about a mother and daughter staying safe during a storm, along with how animals protect themselves. Key vocabulary words are explained before the story is read. The narrative describes the storm's sounds and how different animals react to it. After the story, students are encouraged to retell it and answer questions about the events and characters.

Who is the author of 'Waiting Out the Storm'?

• Mrs. Bisseau

• Susan Gaber

• Joanne Early Mackin

• Buttercup

What is the main theme of the story?

• A trip to the zoo

• Waiting out a storm

• A picnic adventure

• A birthday celebration

What does the word 'hazard' mean?

• All that is needed

• Something dangerous

• A special activity

• A feeling of safety

What does Buttercup hear in the beginning of the story?

• Thunder

• The sound of rain

• The wind in the treetops

• Birds chirping

What does the wind call to come out and play?

• The sun

• The raindrops

• The birds

• The thunder

What does thunder do according to the story?

• It whispers

• It dances

• It stomps and stumbles

• It sings

How do turtles react to the storm?

• They hide in their shells

• They fly away

• They enjoy being outside

• They dig burrows

Where do chipmunks go during the storm?

• On the roof

• In their burrows

• Under a tree

• In the pond

What do Mama and Buttercup do to stay safe during the storm?

• Stay cozy inside

• Go outside

• Sing loudly

• Run around

What should you do after listening to the story?

• Write a poem

• Ignore it

• Retell it in your own words

• Forget about it