Understanding 'A Fine, Fine School'

The video introduces third graders to the story 'A Fine, Fine School' by Sharon Creech, a humorous fiction about a principal, Mr. Keane, who loves his school so much that he extends school days to weekends and summer. Tilly, a student, expresses concerns about missing out on learning outside school. Mr. Keane realizes the importance of balance and cancels the extra school days, leading to a celebration.

What genre is the story 'A Fine, Fine School'?

• Historical Fiction

• Mystery

• Science Fiction

• Humorous Fiction

What does the author Sharon Creech do when she gets stuck while writing?

• Takes a nap

• Reads a book

• Watches TV

• Goes for a walk

Who is the illustrator of 'A Fine, Fine School'?

• Harry Bliss

• Roald Dahl

• Dr. Seuss

• J.K. Rowling

What does Mr. Keane love about his school?

• The children and teachers

• The playground

• The building

• The cafeteria

What does Tilly do on weekends?

• Plays video games

• Goes to school

• Climbs her favorite tree

• Watches TV

What new decision does Mr. Keane make about school days?

• School on holidays

• School on Saturdays

• School on Fridays

• School at night

How do the students and teachers feel about having school on Sundays?

• Unhappy

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Confused

What does Mr. Keane propose about summer school?

• No school

• School only in August

• School every day

• School only in July

What does Tilly tell Mr. Keane about learning?

• School is too easy

• Not everyone is learning

• Everyone loves school

• School is boring

What realization does Mr. Keane come to?

• Everyone is happy

• School is too long

• School is perfect

• Not everyone is learning