One of the things we focus on in second grade is the difference between fiction and nonfiction books. Tomie dePaola has written lots of both, and we explore a wide variety of his work. After reading The Quicksand Book, Mrs. Pearce's class formed teams and wrote statements about quicksand. Can you figure out which of the statements are fiction (not true) and which ones are nonfiction (fact)? Think carefully...they're trying to trick you! When you're ready, scroll down to the bottom of the post for the answers. Good luck!- Quicksand doesn't have a bottom.
- If you struggle in quicksand you will sink more quickly.
- Quicksand can be caused by a flood.
- You can find quicksand in deserts.
- If you lie on your back you can float in quicksand.
- Quicksand is caused by underground caves.
ARE YOU READY FOR THE ANSWERS? SCROLL DOWN!
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The following statements were written by
Team Fiction. They are not true!
Quicksand doesn't have a bottom.
Quicksand can be caused by a flood.
Quicksand is caused by underground caves.
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The following statements were written by
Team Non Fiction. They are true!
If you struggle in quicksand you will sink more quickly!
You can find quicksand in deserts!
If you lie on your back you can float in quicksand!
