Understanding Suds' Emotions and Actions

The video is a read-aloud of 'Fourth Grade Rats' Chapter 4, focusing on character analysis. The teacher introduces the learning goal of understanding characters' thoughts, words, and actions. Suds, the main character, reflects on his day and interactions with his mom, contemplating the challenges of growing up. The chapter explores Suds' feelings about leaving childhood behind and his family's dynamics during dinner. Students are encouraged to take notes on character traits and actions to better understand Suds' personality.

What is the main learning goal for the week?

• To notice a character's thoughts, words, or actions

• To understand the plot of the story

• To memorize the chapter titles

• To learn new vocabulary words

What did Joey suggest Suds should do in the previous chapter?

• Help his mom with chores

• Say no to his mom

• Do his homework

• Play outside

How does Suds feel about being in fourth grade?

• Indifferent

• Bored

• Troubled and pressured

• Excited and happy

What calms Suds down when he is upset?

• Eating ice cream

• Reading a book

• Taking a warm bath

• Playing video games

What does Suds think about growing up?

• He is confused about growing up

• He doesn't care about growing up

• He wants to stay young

• He is eager to grow up

Who is referred to as 'Zipper Nose'?

• Suds' mother

• Suds' sister Amy

• Suds' teacher

• Suds' friend Joey

What does Suds do at the end of the dinner scene?

• He laughs with his siblings

• He starts a food fight

• He apologizes to his family

• He leaves the table