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Who is the main character in the story?
Sadie
Why did Sadie wear hand-me-down clothes?
She had three older brothers, and she wore their old clothes.
What was special about Sadie's silver shoes?
They were new, sparkly, and Sadie got to choose them herself.
How did Sadie lose one of her shoes?
It fell off and was swept away while she was playing near a creek with her brothers.
Did Sadie stop wearing her silver shoe after losing the other one?
No, she continued to wear the remaining silver shoe.
Who was the new student at Sadie's school?
Ellie.
What surprising thing did Ellie have?
She had found Sadie's missing silver shoe.
What did Sadie and Ellie decide to do with the shoes?
They shared them and sometimes each wore one silver shoe.
Why were the silver shoes so important to Sadie?
They were one of the few things she got to choose for herself and they made her feel special.
How do you think Sadie felt when she lost her shoe?
She probably felt sad, upset, and disappointed.
What does Sadie's decision to share the shoes tell us about her character?
It shows that she is kind, generous, and a good friend.
How did the lost shoe help Sadie make a new friend?
Finding the shoe gave Sadie and Ellie something in common and helped them become friends.
What is one lesson readers can learn from this story?
Friendship is more important than possessions, and good things can come from unexpected situations.
How would the story be different if Sadie had never lost her shoe?
She may not have met Ellie in the same way or formed their special friendship.
Why do you think the author chose silver shoes instead of ordinary shoes?
The silver shoes were unique and special, making them memorable and important to the story.
If you had a special possession like Sadie's silver shoes, would you share it with a friend? Why or why not?
Answers will vary. Students should support their thinking with reasons from their own experiences.
