Chapter 3 Misconceptions

What are some misconceptions Omri has about Little Bear? (hint...think about the horse, teepees, and cowboys)

The Magic Cupboard

Why does Omri wonder if he should put Little Bear into the cupboard and turn him into plastic again?

Chapter 1

1. The book begins with "It was not that Omri didn't appreciate Patrick's birthday present to him." What does this statement tell you about Omri?

2. Why is Omri disappointed with Patrick's gift?

3. Why doesn't Omri tell his family when he discovers the Indian is alive? What would you have done?

Pre-reading activity

Look at the front cover of The Indian in the Cupboard. What do you think this book will be about? When do you think it took place? Read the back cover. Have you read any other books by this author? Have you seen this movie?