Miss Evans' reading group recently read Little Pear by Eleanor Frances Lattimore. This story is about a young boy who lives in a small village in China. The children built their background knowledge about China by reading information books, visiting Qwiki (a website that offers an informative slide show with a voice-over), and examining world maps. After reading the story, the students enjoyed learning how to use chopsticks while eating some of Little Pear's favorite foods.
