Segment #2 - Reviewing Your Prediction

1) After reading pages 352 - 357 of "Mariah Keeps Her Cool", based on what happened in the story, how do you think the Friendly Five will do at the swim meet? Write at least a three sentence response to the question and respond to one other post.

2) In your opinion, is there anything else that Mariah could have done to make the party come off more smoothly? Explain.

Segment #1 - Reviewing Your Prediction

After reading pages 345 - 351 of "Mariah Keeps Her Cool", answer the following questions in at least a three sentence response and respond to at least another classmates post on why you agree or disagree them in at least a sentence. 

1) Was your prediction correct with the story why or why not that you made at the beginning of the story? Why or why not?

2) Do you think Mariah's plan for Lynn's birthday is a good idea? Why or why not?

Theme 4: Person to Person Mariah Keeps Her Cool

As we read the story selections for this theme, at times you will be making a blog post to the class posting your thoughts and ideas on the question.

"Mariah Keeps Her Cool" by Mildred Pitts Walter

Introduction:
Mariah and her pals - the Friendly Five - are getting ready for a big swim meet, with the help of their classmate and coach, Brandon. Meanwhile, Mariah is planning a surprise birthday party for her sister Lynn, with guests bring donations for the homeless shelter where Lynn volunteers. Organizing the party has also brought Mariah close to her half-sister, Denise.

Read the selection title, "Mariah Keeps Her Cool" and the introduction above. What do you infer about Mariah? How do you predict her plans will turn out? Write at least a four sentence response and respond to at least one post on why you agree or disagree with someone.