Former third grader, Mortimer Henryson loves the class plant, Plantzilla. He loves Plantzilla so much that he begs his teacher, Mr. Lester, to bring him home for the summer. Throughout the book, you will see Mortimer’s love and the care he gives Plantzilla along with his parents’ concerns when Plantzilla begins to become more human-like.
This story has a Complete Episode structure with distinct Attempt/Reaction Cycles. You can adapt/simplify the text to fit the levels of various student needs
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I recommend using this book for:
- Change
- Loyalty
Students will need background on:
- Gardening
- Plants