Gary the Acorn and the Guardians of Green

Teaching Materials: Gary the Acorn and the Guardians of the Green

This unit features four adventure stories set in the Pacific Northwest, following Gary the Acorn and his friends as they explore different themes. To enhance student engagement, teachers can create a narrative input chart, allowing students to interact with Gary’s journey with pictures and  words.  At the end of each adventure, students participate in the "Let’s Feel, Let’s Think, Let’s Act, and Let’s Investigate" segments, fostering class discussions and deeper exploration of the story’s themes. These activities also provide opportunities to extend learning beyond the classroom, connecting with families and the broader community.