Parent Guide > Banana Threat: Attack of the Clones

This week in class, we’re reading "Banana Threat: Attack of the Clones" by Alison Pearce Stevens.

In the informational text "Banana Threat: Attack of the Clones," Alison Pearce Stevens discusses the threat that a fungus poses to bananas.

As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Human vs. Nature as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :

"Who's in control: humanity or nature?"

Ways to support your child:

• Ask your child about this informational text at home:
  • What was "Banana Threat: Attack of the Clones" about?
  • What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
• Watch the following clips with your child at home:
  • 'The Terrifying Truth about Bananas'
  • 'World-first Panama disease-resistant Cavendish bananas'