Exploring Themes in Time of Wonder

Teacher Andrew reads 'Time of Wonder' by Robert McCluskey, describing life on an island in Maine. The story captures the beauty of nature, the changing seasons, and the experiences of island life, including preparing for and enduring a storm. The narrative concludes with a farewell to the island, reflecting on the wonder and beauty of the experience.

What activity does Teacher Andrew look forward to each day?

• Going for a walk

• Reading a story in a canoe

• Cooking a meal

• Playing a musical instrument

Which book by Robert McCluskey is being read?

• Time of Wonder

• Make Way for Ducklings

• One Morning in Maine

• Blueberries for Sal

What natural feature is prominently described at the beginning of the story?

• A river

• A desert

• Islands in Penobscot Bay

• A mountain range

What sound indicates the presence of porpoises?

• A roaring sound

• A chirping sound

• A whistling sound

• A snorting sound

What happens when the fog lifts?

• The birds begin to sing

• The sun sets

• The wind picks up

• It starts to rain

What do the children do on the rock during summer?

• Collect seashells

• Fly kites

• Dive and swim

• Build sandcastles

What signals the transition from summer to fall?

• The appearance of fireflies

• The melting of snow

• The blooming of flowers

• The arrival of migratory birds

What is the community's response to the approaching storm?

• They evacuate the island

• They celebrate with a festival

• They prepare by securing boats and supplies

• They ignore it

What do the children discover after the storm?

• A new species of bird

• A treasure chest

• An Indian shell heap

• A hidden cave

What marks the end of summer on the island?

• The first snowfall

• The departure of the hummingbirds

• The blooming of spring flowers

• The arrival of tourists