by Erin Michelle Jendras 2015

Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.

This week in class, we’re reading "Big Finish" by Erin Michelle Jendras.

In "Big Finish," a young narrator and her family gather to witness the Big Finish from their new home on Mars.

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Community and Technology, Progress & Industry as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"How are communities formed?" and "What should the future look like?"

Ways to support your child:

  • Ask your child about this science fiction at home:
    • What was "Big Finish" about?
    • What did you learn about Community?
    • What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
  • Watch This is what life on Mars could be like at home with your child.