Understanding Characters and Themes in 'The New Kid'

The video discusses the importance of friends and how they support each other. It introduces a story about Lucy, a new student, and her parrot George, who helps her make friends at her new school. The video also teaches a comprehension strategy called visualization, encouraging students to create mental images while reading. The story highlights the role of friends in easing Lucy's transition to a new school, with Jade helping her feel welcome. The video concludes with a reflection on friendship and an activity to brainstorm ways friends help each other.

What is the essential question discussed in the introduction?

• Why are friends important?

• What makes a good friend?

• How do friends depend on each other?

• How can we make new friends?

Which of the following is a way friends help each other?

• By keeping secrets from each other

• By competing with each other

• By ignoring each other's problems

• By teaching each other new things

What comprehension strategy is introduced before reading 'The New Kid'?

• Summarizing

• Predicting

• Visualizing

• Questioning

Who is George in the story 'The New Kid'?

• Lucy's brother

• Lucy's friend

• Lucy's parrot

• Lucy's teacher

How does Lucy feel about starting a new school?

• Excited

• Nervous

• Indifferent

• Angry

What promise does Jade make to Lucy?

• To save her a seat at school

• To introduce her to everyone

• To help her with homework

• To visit her after school

Who is Mr. Walker in the story?

• The school principal

• Lucy's father

• Jade's neighbor

• Lucy's teacher

What does the class want Lucy to do with George?

• Keep him at home

• Bring him to school

• Give him away

• Teach him new words

What is Lucy worried about regarding George's visit to school?

• That he might not talk

• That he might fly away

• That he might get sick

• That he might say something embarrassing

How does the class react to George's visit?

• They are disappointed

• They ignore him

• They laugh and clap

• They are scared