Parent Guide > Dropping the Ball on New Year's Eve
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 "Dropping the Ball on New Year's Eve" by India James.
In "Dropping the Ball on New Year's Eve," India James explains how the tradition of the Times Square "ball drop" has its roots in maritime time-telling.As we read, we will be discussing the theme of America as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :
"How has America changed over time?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "Dropping the Ball on New Year's Eve" about?
- What did you learn about America?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: