Understanding Characters and Themes in 'The Wednesday Surprise'

Anna and her Grandma plan a surprise for Dad's birthday by secretly learning to read together on Wednesday nights. They prepare for the celebration, and on the big day, Grandma reveals her new reading skills, astonishing the family. The story highlights the power of teaching and learning at any age.

Who is the author of 'The Wednesday Surprise'?

• Sam

• Donald Carrick

• Yves Bunting

• Anna

What do Anna and Grandma do on Wednesday nights?

• Go to the park

• Plan a surprise

• Watch TV

• Cook dinner

What does Anna do while waiting for Grandma?

• Reads a book

• Makes breath pictures

• Watches TV

• Plays games

Why does Grandma visit Anna on Wednesdays?

• To babysit

• To read together

• To cook dinner

• To watch movies

What is the special surprise Anna and Grandma are planning?

• A trip

• A birthday cake

• A new car

• A reading session

What does Grandma pretend to forget?

• The dinner

• The book

• The surprise

• Anna's birthday

What does Dad bring Anna from the desert?

• A shell

• A flower

• A rock

• A cactus

What is Dad's favorite dinner?

• Pizza

• Pot roast

• Spaghetti

• Tacos

What does Grandma bring in her bag?

• Books

• Food

• Toys

• Clothes

What does Dad do when he comes home?

• Eats dinner

• Goes to bed

• Watches TV

• Opens gifts