Read Aloud Title: A Bike Like Sergio’s by Maribeth Boelts

Read Aloud Video

Book Introduction:  In this realistic fiction story, A Bike Like Sergio’s written by Maribeth Boelts, Ruben wants a bike just like his friend Sergio’s.  The problem is, his family cannot afford to buy a bike.  One day, while Ruben is at the store, he sees a lady drop some money.  He scoops it up without anyone noticing.  When he gets home, he sees that it is a $100 bill.  Now he can buy the bike he has always wanted.  In the following days, while deciding how to get the bike, he loses the $100.  Read to find out what happens and how he feels when he loses the money.  As I am reading, think about whether or not Ruben should have given back the money he found.  Be ready to give reasons to support your thinking.

Writing about Reading: Do you think Ruben should have given back the money he found? Why or Why not?  Give reasons from the text to support your thinking.

Writing Prompt

Math

Tasks: Students will work at their own pace to complete their next Math mission on Zearn.

Science

Get a 360-degree view of the “Butterflies and Blooms” exhibit at Franklin Park Conservatory (use the arrows to look up, down, and all around...see if you can spot the butterflies)!

 

Optional Fun Learning Opportunities

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