Carlos's Gift

What did Carlos want for his birthday?

• Money

• A bulldog puppy

• A cheeseburger

Check all the characters from Carlos's Gift

• Carlos

• Pepper

• Mama and Papa

• Ms. Soto

• Ms. Jones

Where did Carlos look to find a job?

Why did Carlos need a job?

• To buy a cheeseburger

• To buy new shoes

• To buy a puppy

What was the main idea in Carlos's Gift?

• The story was about a kid named Carlos who wants a puppy and adopts a dog named Pepper by working at an animal shelter.

• The story was about a kid named Carlos who wants a puppy and adopts a dog named Pepper by working at Chuck E. Cheese's.

• The story was about a kid named Ralphie who wants a puppy and adopts a dog named Ricardo by working at an animal shelter.

What happens at the end of the story?

Why do you think Carlos's parents got him a book about puppies instead of an actual puppy?

What does the word 'crestfallen' mean?

I was crestfallen when I found out someone ate my candy bar.

• Happy or joyful.

• Neutral.

• Sad or disappointed.

What does the word 'treasure' mean?

• Something that isn't worth a lot of money.

• Something that has great value or importance.

• Something that people don't want.

What does the word 'devoted' mean?

Lebron James was devoted to winning the championship.

• Especially dedicated or loyal.

• Someone who manages.

• To be angry.