Guided reading

•Why did the illustrator, Chris Dunn, choose sheep as the subject for this image?

•How old do you think these sheep are? Why?

•What do you think they’re talking about?

•Whose house are they in?

•What will they do with the blanket when it’s complete?

Does this remind you of any other stories? (making connections)

Which parts and why?

What do you think might happen next? (prediction)