by Shelby Ostergaard 2017

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 Power of Advertising" by Shelby Ostergaard.

In the informational text "The Power of Advertising," Shelby Ostergaard discusses how advertisements are developed and the effect they have on us.

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of America, Social Pressure, and Technology, Progress & Industry as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"How has America changed over time?", "Why do people follow the crowd?", and "What are the costs and benefits of technology?"

Ways to support your child:

  • Ask your child about this informational text at home:
    • What was "The Power of Advertising" about?
    • What did you learn about America?
    • What did you learn about Social Pressure?
    • What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
  • Watch The Secret Science Of Advertising at home with your child.