AMIGO

ACTIVITIES:

1. In what ways did Francisco tame Amigo? In what ways did the Amigo tame Francisco. Write a paragraph discussing this.

2. Amigo is the Spanish word for friend. Why is this a good name for Francisco's pet? Describe this in a paragraph. You may refer to any pet you have and your relationship with your own pet, as well.

3. A prairie dog that lives in the desert is an unusual pet. Make a list of other unusual pets that people have. Write about what makes them unusual.

4. Find out more about prairie dogs. Check an encyclopedia or other resource to see where they live, what they eat, and how they are different from other dogs. Put your information on an attractive poster.

 

                                               

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