Product Description
by Melanie Komar (Author)
While Keith Gridley and his parents are on vacation at Mountain View Inn, Keith ends up sharing his room with a mouse named Ralph. After the people leave the room, Ralph finds Keith's, toy motorcycle and it's the perfect size for him! His thrill ride does not last long. The ringing telephone starts Ralph and he and the motorcycle take a terrible fall, right to the bottom of a metal wastebasket. Luckily, Keith returns to find his toy and subsequently teaches Ralph to ride the motorcycle.
Novel by Beverly Cleary.
Reproducible chapter questions, plus comprehension questions, a story summary, author biography, creative and cross curricular activities, complete with answer key.
Expectations:
Students will:
1. be introduced to the world of fiction and fantasy through the writings of Beverly Cleary.
2. reinforce various reading skills and techniques.
3. develop and improve student creativity.
4. improve independent reading skills and work habits.
5. improve and develop higher level thinking skills.