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GUIDEs

What You Have in ThE GuideS

This comprehensive document includes individual guides for all 20 books with everything you need to support your child's reading journey:

·       Quick story summary for each book

·       The lesson Harold learns

·       Before reading activities (get excited!)

·       Discussion questions for each book (tiered by complexity)

·       5+ real-life activities to do together

·       How to watch for growth

·       Real-life connections and teachable moments

·       Tips for reading aloud (if you're reading together)

HOW TO USE THE GUIDES

Three Ways to Get Value

OPTION 1: Read Along with Your Child

1.       Step 1: Find the book you're reading (Book 1-20)

2.       Step 2: Read 'Before You Start Reading' together (builds excitement)

3.       Step 3: Read the book together or separately

4.       Step 4: Use the discussion questions during or after reading

5.       Step 5: Pick 2-3 activities to do together

6.       Step 6: Watch for growth using the 'Watching for Growth' section

7.       Step 7: Move to the next book

OPTION 2: Support Independent Reading

8.       Step 1: Find the book your child is reading

9.       Step 2: Read the summary so you understand the story

10.   Step 3: Ask the discussion questions (they might surprise you with what they noticed!)

11.   Step 4: Suggest 1-2 activities

12.   Step 5: Notice signs of growth in their real life

13.   Step 6: Celebrate what they're learning

OPTION 3: Just Get the Highlights

If you don't have time for everything:

·       Read the 'Quick Summary' and 'The Lesson'

·       Ask 2-3 discussion questions

·       Notice real-life connections

INDIVIDUAL BOOK GUIDES - ARC 1

The following sections provide complete guides for Books 1-5 (Arc 1). Each book includes a story summary, lesson, activities, discussion questions, and growth indicators to help you support your child's reading journey.

When Harold waits until the last minute, his science fair volcano explodes in pink foam. Harold learns that planning and responsibility prevent disasters.

Harold 'borrows' a neighbor's pet without asking. Through the fallout, Harold learns that honesty and being yourself matter most.

·       Harold's excitement leads to rushing, flying cakes, and chaos. Harold learns that thinking before acting prevents problems.

Harold falls during Sports Day but gets back up and keeps trying. Harold learns that effort matters more than winning.

Harold's overstuffed backpack causes mayhem. Harold learns to pay attention to his surroundings and they.