The Alligator Turtle©

Words to Know:

reptile – cold-blooded vertebrates that breathe by means of lungs, and move by creeping and crawling. Snakes, turtles, and alligators were the reptiles found on the island.

Introduction:

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be famous or successful? The story of the Turtle and the Gator gives us a unique explanation on how to be a success.

Read Story Aloud:

Discussion:

Ambition without education is like (select answer #1, 2 or 3) (1.) running in the dark. (2.) Traveling without a map. (3.) Skydiving without a parachute.

Chose two of the following words that would be the most helpful to you in being successful: friends, luck, work, education, ambition, enthusiasm, dedication, discipline, and practice.

Do you have what is called ambition? If so,what can you do toward helping you reach your ambition?

Enrichment: (Optional)

Discuss famous people who turned their lives around from very poor beginnings.

Character Traits: Define how these character traits relate in the story.