Parent Guide > Simone Biles
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 "Simone Biles" by Marty Kaminsky.
In the informational text "Simone Biles," Marty Kaminsky discusses the Olympic gymnast Simone Biles and her widespread success.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Beauty & Happiness and Resilience & Success as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"How can we achieve happiness?" and "Why do people succeed?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this biography at home:
- What was "Simone Biles" about?
- What did you learn about Beauty & Happiness?
- What did you learn about Resilience & Success?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: