About this book
1. Imagine that Mrs. Roth and Hero are correct that Edward de Vere is actually the son of Queen Elizabeth. Using the timeline in the back of the book, build a family tree that includes the following people: Elizabeth, Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, and Edward de Vere. You will get bonus points if you correctly add other important historical figures to your timeline.
The timeline appears on pages 247 and 248.
2. Near the end of the story, Mrs. Roth writes a letter to her daughter, Anna, in California. How do you think that letter begins? Remembering how Mrs. Roth speaks, write the first three sentences of that letter. Be sure to mention Danny!
Answers will vary.
3. Hero and Mrs. Roth enjoy doing crossword puzzles together. Create a simple crossword puzzle using names, places, and key words from the story. Examples might be diamond, Hero, and play. After you have written clues for each word, show the puzzle to a friend and see if he or she can solve it.
Answers will vary.
- Subjects:Charts and Graphs, Literature, Plot, Character, Setting, Reading Response, Literature Appreciation, Research Skills, Vocabulary, Letter Writing, Writing Prompts, Historic Figures, Social Studies through Literature, World History
- Skills:Plot, Character and Setting, Charts and Graphs, Social Studies, Timelines, Research Skills, Vocabulary, Descriptive Writing
