Parent Guide > What is Antarctica?
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 "What is Antarctica?" by NASA.
This informational text written by NASA provides details about the cold continent and why scientists are interested in it.
As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Human vs. Nature as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :
"Who's in control: humanity or nature?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "What is Antarctica?" about?
- What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: