Parent Guide > Smog, Smog, Go Away... Don't Come Back Another Day
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 "Smog, Smog, Go Away... Don't Come Back Another Day" by Xyza: News for Kids.
In the article from Xyza: News for Kids "Smog, Smog, Go Away... Don't Come Back Another Day," the author discusses the high level of smog in Delhi, India.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Human vs. Nature and Technology, Progress & Industry as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"Who's in control: humanity or nature?", "What are the costs and benefits of technology?", and "What should the future look like?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "Smog, Smog, Go Away... Don't Come Back Another Day" about?
- What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
- What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: