When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead

Rebecca Stead is a wonderful author who writes fantastic stories for children. She is known for creating exciting adventures that are full of mystery, friendship, and heartwarming moments. Her books are loved by kids all around the world because they are so fun to read! Some of her popular books include "When You Reach Me" and "Goodbye Stranger." Rebecca Stead's stories teach us important lessons about kindness, bravery, and the power of friendship. So, if you ever come across a book by Rebecca Stead, be sure to pick it up and let her amazing stories take you on a magical journey!

  1. Who is the author of the book "When You Reach Me"?
  2. What are some qualities of Rebecca Stead's stories?
  3. Why are Rebecca Stead's books loved by kids around the world?
  4. Can you name another book by Rebecca Stead?
  5. Why is it important to read books that teach us lessons about kindness and friendship?

When You Reach Me

"When You Reach Me" is a fantastic book written by Rebecca Stead. It's a story about a girl named Miranda who starts receiving mysterious notes that seem to predict the future. As she tries to unravel the mystery behind these notes, she discovers the power of friendship and the importance of being there for each other.

  1. What is the name of the book's main character?
  2. What kind of notes does Miranda start receiving?
  3. How does Miranda feel about the notes she receives?
  4. What important lesson does Miranda learn throughout the story?
  5. Why is friendship a key theme in "When You Reach Me"?

Visit to the Birthplace of When You Reach Me

I'm Jessica and I'm 8 years old. Today, I want to tell you about my exciting visit to the birthplace of one of my favorite authors, Rebecca Stead. Her birthplace is in New York City, USA. It was so cool to be in the same city where she was born!

  1. We visited Central Park, a famous tourist attraction in New York City. I saw people rowing boats on the lake and had a yummy hotdog from a food cart.
  1. What is the name of the author whose birthplace I visited?
  2. Can you name the city and country where the author was born?
  3. What tourist attraction did I visit in the same city as the author's birthplace?
  4. What activity did I see people doing at Central Park?
  5. What did I eat from a food cart during my visit?

Your Turn!

After reading When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead, how about creating your own piece of writing based on the book? Perhaps you may prefer to write a book review of the book instead? Another idea might be to give a summary of the book or create a picture that summarises the book. Perhaps you could redesign the book cover? Whatever you or your teacher decides you try and do, good luck!

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