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Kate DiCamilloThe Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
Kate DiCamilloFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2006A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Reading Questions & Paired Texts
Reading Check and Short Answer questions on key points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.
Chapters 1-7
Reading Check
1. What does Edward look at if he is facing the window while Abilene is sleeping?
2. What is the name of the ship Edward sails on?
3. What is the princess in Pellegrina’s story turned into?
Short Answer
Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.
1. What is Edward’s opinion of himself? What may make him unique in comparison to other toy rabbits?
2. What might Edward’s wardrobe indicate about the Tulane family?
3. What can be inferred about the way Edward believes he should be treated?
4. Why does Pellegrina insist on telling Edward the story about the cursed princess? How does Edward react to the story?
Paired Resource
“The Science Behind the Talking Gecko Ads”
- This 6-minute video explores the purpose of anthropomorphism in television ads and the resulting effects on individuals.
- Shared themes include Love as the Meaning of Life and Having a Voice Through the Power of a Story.
- Why do some advertisements use inanimate objects? Why is this strategy effective in motivating buyers? What effect might Edward’s character have on the reader and the way they interact with inanimate objects?
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