The End
by David LaRochelle
illustrated by Richard Egielski
Arthur A. Levine Books/Scholastic, 2007
Ages 4 to 8
ISBN 978-0-439-64011-4

Looking for ways to build on the learning opportunities found within The End? These PDF files are small and easy to download.

Here's a teaching guide that will give your students a chance to practice their literal and higher level thinking skills.

If the giant in The End made an apology to the cook, what do you think it would be like? How would the cook respond? Your students can use their imaginations with this fun letter-writing activity.

Oh, no! The knight's beard is on fire! Challenge your kids to draw a creative way to put the fire out.

Can you write Backwords? These puzzlers might even have teachers scratching their heads! And just in case you need them, here are the answers.

Feel free to copy these bookmarks for your students to color.

Interested in hosting a Backwards Party? This guide has ideas for games, activities, refreshments…everything from Z to A!