Parent Guide > Marble Champ
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 "Marble Champ" by Gary Soto.
In "The Marble Champ," a determined young girl sets out to overcome obstacles and prove herself.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Identity and Resilience & Success as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"Can you change your identity?" and "Why do people succeed?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this short story at home:
- What was "Marble Champ" about?
- What did you learn about Identity?
- What did you learn about Resilience & Success?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: