Parent Guide > Jack and the Beanstalk
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 "Jack and the Beanstalk" by Joseph Jacobs.
In this well-known fairy tale, a young boy secures a fortune through bold fearlessness and risk-taking.
As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Power & Greed as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :
"Does money buy happiness?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this folktale at home:
- What was "Jack and the Beanstalk" about?
- What did you learn about Power & Greed?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: