Loser

I know… (Literal) ·      The main character of the story is Zinkoff. ·      He is in 1st grade with a social personality and a kind, loving heart. ·      He enjoys school. ·      His personality exemplifies that he is a good student that likes to participate ·      His opinions are important to him and he wants to make sure that they are heard ·      He has two loving parents and a baby sister ·	I hear… (Key words, phrases) ·      Jerry Spinelli uses specific dialogue to mimic the way his characters are speaking, such as “you da man!” on page 45 when Zinkoff is talking to one of his teammates.	I believe… (Inferential) ·      A conflict will arise in this chapter ·      His hyper behavior will be reprimanded ·      He will make friends
I wonder… (Questioning) ·      Why is the chapter titled, Champions? ·      Why is the first sentence about baseball? ·      Will Zinkoff join a baseball league or a different sports team? ·      Does Zinkoff have hyperactive disorder?		I feel… (Emotive) ·      Zinkoff seems out of control ·      He is blissful and ignorant to life’s problems and issues ·      His temper tantrums may become a problem in chapters o come

I see/envision… (Imagery) ·      Happy go lucky little  boy with a bright personality. ·      The main character, Zinkoff is blissful, playful and joyful. ·      He wears a giraffe hat that is taller tan him and drags on the ground