Parent Guide > The Color of Ivy
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 "The Color of Ivy" by Josh Allen.
In "The Color of Ivy," a girl must find a way to get rid of the vines that have grown on her body.
As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Fear & Paranoia as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :
"How does fear drive action?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this short story at home:
- What was "The Color of Ivy" about?
- What did you learn about Fear & Paranoia?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: