Book Summary
Morty and the Suitcase Caper is the story of a young mouse who has mixed feelings about visiting his grandparents. He wishes he could bring along his toys so he won't be bored. Morty finds a way to bring his toys but realizes that his selfish solution comes with a cost. Illustrations support the text.

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy

• Visualize

Objectives

• Use the reading strategy of visualizing to better understand text
• Analyze the main character in a text
• Understand the use of possessive nouns
• Understand the use of figurative language (similes)

Materials

• Book -- Morty and the Suitcase Caper (copy for each student)
• Chalkboard or dry erase board
• Analyze characters, possessive nouns, simile worksheets

    Indicates an opportunity for student to mark in the book. (All activities may be completed with paper and pencil if books are reusable.)

Vocabulary

• Content words: aromas, exiled, impatiently, mischievous, permeating, quivering, scurried