The Phantom Tollbooth
When Milo drives through a mysterious tollbooth everything changes. He jumps to Conclusions, meets a watchdog named Tock, and goes on a quest to rescue Rhyme and Reason. If you love words, this book will tickle you!
By: Norton Juster
Discovery Questions
- Milo came to realize that he didn’t know very much about a lot of things. What subject do you wish you knew more about? Have a parent help you. Research it. Keep a journal of what you learn.
- Milo learns that many things are possible as long as you don’t know they are impossible. Think of another story where someone attempts to achieve the impossible. Use a Venn diagram. How are they like Milo? How are they different? Share your diagram with a parent.
- Tock says that time is our most valuable possession – more precious than diamonds. Do you agree with this? Why? Talk about it with a parent.
- In this book, ideas take the form of people, or monsters. Pick an idea, or something you are afraid of, and draw it. Write a story about your monster. Share it with a parent.
Discovery Questions are available in English and Spanish in the app.
Book Details
Grade Level
5th+
Book Code
558
Genre
Fiction
ISBN
9780394820378