Chapter 8

Guiding Questions

• Summarize all that happened at Grandma and Grandpa's house.
• How did Laura feel about Uncle George? How do you know?
• Why did the two Lauras argue?

Figurative Language

Identify the types of figurative language used in the following passage:

• ...and the big trees seemed to be hurrying by on either side.

Vocabulary

Explore chapter vocabulary with the visual dictionary.

Extensions

• Research tracks that different animals make in the Wisconsin woods. Make a pamphlet showing tracks that belong to each animal.
• Uncle George was home from the army. He wore a blue coat with brass buttons. Research the uniforms of the Union and Confederate armies during the Civil War. Make a poster showing both uniforms.
• Watch this video (0:47) to see a couple dancing the jig.
• Check out this video (0:45) to see how you can make maple syrup pops.