Naming+the+Cat

Naming the Cat


 * “**Naming the Cat**” is about a cat that comes to live with a family. When the family tries to think of a name for the cat, they can’t agree. After a series of close accidents, the right name for the cat is found. ||

** Let’s access our background knowledge and find out what we already know to help us better understand this story: **


 * Have you ever named a pet? If so, how did you come up with the name?
 * What have your parents told you about __stray__ animals?
 * Would you ever let an animal in your house if you didn’t know it?

During the story, think about what type of cat the cat in the story is…

Stray Cat
 * Once lived in a house
 * Used to be someone’s pet
 * Was lost or ran away from home

Feral Cat


 * Has never lived in a house
 * Does not go near humans
 * Will be more likely to hiss or scratch you