Why Am I So Quiet? by Dawn McLucas

Ava, a quiet and creative 8-year-old, navigates her first day of school, reflecting on her quiet nature. She learns from her parents' childhood stories and discusses with friends how being quiet can be a strength. Ava ultimately embraces her quietness as a creative superpower, realizing it's okay to be different.

What is Ava most excited about on her first day of school?

• Meeting her new teacher

• Seeing her friends again

• Wearing her new clothes

• Riding the school bus

How does Ava respond when her teacher asks her a question in class?

• She remains silent

• She answers incorrectly

• She answers correctly

• She asks for help

What does Ava's mom say about being quiet?

• It's a sign of weakness

• It's okay to be different

• It's something to change

• It's not normal

What activity does Ava's dad enjoy from his childhood?

• Listening to music

• Playing sports

• Reading books

• Drawing

How does Maria express her creativity?

• By dancing

• By drawing

• By writing

• By singing

What does Kai enjoy doing that makes him different?

• Reading comics

• Doing puzzles

• Playing video games

• Watching movies

What realization does Ava come to about being quiet?

• It's a disadvantage

• It's her creative superpower

• It's something to hide

• It's a temporary phase