Parent Guide > Why Dolphins Make Us Nervous
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 "Why Dolphins Make Us Nervous" by Robert Krulwich.
In the informational text "Why Dolphins Man Us Nervous," Robert Krulwich discusses dolphins' intelligence and how it compares to humans' intelligence.
As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Human vs. Nature as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"Who's in control: humanity or nature?" and "How do we view nature?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "Why Dolphins Make Us Nervous" about?
- What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: