Alvin Ho: Allergic to the Great Wall, Forbidden Palace, and other Tourist Attractions

Alvin saves this money. His brother, Calvin, spends his right away. Who are you most like? Alvin or Calvin? Talk about it with a parent.
Alvin experiences a bathroom facility he doesn't expect. What other character in another story finds something surprising? Use a Venn diagram. How are they like Alvin? How are they different? Share your diagram with a parent.
Calvin describes the air in China as unbreathable. He describes the water as undrinkable. What must we all do to protect our air and water? Talk about it with a parent.
Pretend Alvin and his mother bought you your Christmas Wish present. Write a thank-you note to him, telling him how much you appreciate it and how much you like it. Share your note with a parent.

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