Parent Guide > The Human Zamboni
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 Human Zamboni" by Jennifer Sneed.
In "The Human Zamboni," a teenage ice skater must decide whether or not to continue a sport she loves after a setback.
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 "How does a person overcome adversity?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this short story at home:
- What was "The Human Zamboni" about?
- What did you learn about Beauty & Happiness?
- What did you learn about Resilience & Success?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: