Understanding 'Waiting Out the Storm'

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 the animals' reactions. 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'?

• Susan Gaber

• Joanne Early Mackin

• Buttercup

• Mrs. Bisseau

What is the main theme of the story?

• A trip to the zoo

• A journey through a forest

• A celebration of a birthday

• Waiting out a storm safely

What does the word 'hazard' mean?

• A special activity

• A feeling of safety

• Something dangerous

• All that is needed

What does Buttercup hear in the beginning of the story?

• The sound of rain

• Thunder

• Birds chirping

• The wind in the treetops

How does the rain behave according to the story?

• It skips and leaps

• It hides in the clouds

• It falls silently

• It stays still

What does thunder do in the story?

• It sings a song

• It hides from the rain

• It whispers softly

• It stomps and stumbles

How do turtles react to the storm?

• They dig underground

• They fly away

• They enjoy being outside

• They hide in their shells

Where do chipmunks go during the storm?

• They climb trees

• They fly with birds

• They snuggle in burrows

• They swim in ponds

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

• They hide under a tree

• They run to the forest

• They stay cozy inside

• They go outside

What should you do after listening to the story?

• Write a poem

• Ignore it

• Retell it in your own words

• Forget about it