Because of Winn Dixie

When Opal and her father move to Florida, she has no idea what to expect. But she doesn't expect to find a dog in the grocery who will change her life!

Discovery Questions

After your child receives and reads this book, Discuss one or more of the following questions to help him/her make connections and build comprehension.

• Opal asked the preacher about her mother. The preacher made a list of ten things about Opal's mother. Write a list of ten things that describe who you are. Share it with a parent.
• Opal reading the book to Gloria Dump it is an act of kindness. What other character in another book performs an act of kindness? Use a Venn diagram. How are they like Opal? How are they different? Share your diagram with a friend.
• Miss Franny told Opal about her great-grandfather Litmus. He had learned that, "War is hell." He thought there was nothing good about war. Why are countries so quick to jump into them? Talk about this with a parent.
• What do you know about taking care of a dog? What have you learned by reading this book? Create a handbook. Make sure to include tips on feeding, grooming, and other important information. Draw and color the pictures!

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