Vocab Homework Chap. Eve Vocab 0520. I used this book as a writing prompt. Ill pay for le++uce With my allowance. Slowly as the book continues his mom starts to consider letting him have the iguana on a trial bases but warns him that it wil. I Wanna Iguana. The book had obviously had an attempted repair, with glue the spine in the back. His mom writes back even funnier responses but eventually through valid arguments he wins. Print; Share; Edit; Delete; Host a game. This book is a hilarious read for kids! I use this story when teaching about persuasive writing. This project resulted in such high engagement from my students I just had to share! Through letters back and forth, Alex makes his case, giving one well-thought reason after another. This book is perfect for children to laugh, learn words, enjoy the pictures and think about having pets. Save. 6 terms. Hardcover – Picture Book, September 9, 2004, G.P. Featuring his signature cartoon characters, Catrow's illustrations provide a hilarious extension of the text. His mother shows him the hard work and responsibility that goes into getting a pet of his own, to which he is sure he can do and promises to do. by bherrmann_01699. To play this quiz, please finish editing it. 9780399237171 - I Wanna Iguana by Kaufman Orloff, Karen - AbeBooks abebooks.com Passion for books. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. I Wanna Iguana Reading Street Unit 2 This is a great way to get your students interacting and reading aloud! Please! Alex's reassurances: It takes fifteen years for an iguana to get that big. But his mom doesn’t think it’s a good idea and is writing letters back to him turning down all of his silly reasons. He would forget to feed the iguana. It is a book that I highly recommend and would love to have in my future class room someday. Wana Iguana Fresh Baja Grill Dine In or Takeout | Catering Available Delivery available between 11 a.m. & 8 p.m. VALENCIA LOCATION: 27750 McBean Parkway | Valencia, CA 91354 ORDER BY PHONE: 661 297-9222 OR 661 297-9220 ORDER BY FAX: 661 297-0567 DISCOVER, VISA, MASTER CARD & AMERICAN EXPRESS PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE I found some of the letters to be quite entertaining especially when the child tries to convince his mom that the iguana could be like a brother to him and his mom reminds him he already has a brother. Through a series of interesting letters, Alex and his mom discuss the pros and cons of possibly taking care of a huge reptile. She also writes a humorous column on family life every other week for The Poughkeepsie Journal. he writes letters to his mom trying to persuade her to let him get the iguana and she writes back explaining why his reasons aren't good enough. Searching for mentor text on opinion writing...perfect going to use it to show my students how the main character brings facts into his letter to his mom. We serve only the best Mexican food using the finest fresh ingredients, The narrative is told through letters between Alex and his mum. All Product Types ; Books (60) Magazines & Periodicals; Comics; Sheet Music; Art, Prints & Posters; Photographs; Maps; Manuscripts & Paper Collectibles; Condition. The students were asked to try and convince their parents to give them a new pet. This book would be a book for students in second to fourth grade. I LOVED this book. The letters were a great example of persuasive writing. Alex's mom then writes back to him throughout the story. 254 Dear Alex, Look on your dresser. He makes several promises such as "you wont have to clean out it's cage" and "it takes several years to get big and I will probably be living on my own then." 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