The children of Nome, Alaska are very sick. They need medicine. Balto, and the sled dog team, are their only hope. But will they get there in time?
By: Natalie Standiford
Discovery Questions
The children of Nome did not die. Gunnar and Balto delivered the medicine. Having medicine is important. When has medicine has helped you or someone in your family. Write about it. Share your story with an adult.
Gunnar and Balto knew the importance of not giving up. Think of another story where someone does not give up. Compare the two stories. Use a Venn diagram. Find ways those heroes are like Gunnar and Balto. Then find ways they are different. Share your diagram with an adult.
Gunner must have been afraid. He saw his team up to their necks in snow. The sled tipped and he lost the medicine. However, he did not give up. Why is this kind of determination important? Talk about it with an adult.
The children of Nome did not die. Gunnar and Balto delivered the medicine. Having medicine is important. When has medicine has helped you or someone in your family. Write about it. Share your story with an adult.
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Book Details
Grade Level
2nd Grade
Book Code
105
Genre
ISBN
9780394896953
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