In this lesson, students will identify and discuss problems and solutions and how, in this particular story, problems lead to more problems which need additional solutions. In addition, there is a bonus "enrichment" piece where students search for sensory images, figurative language, and discuss author's purpose.Includes:lesson plan;graphic organizers for vocabulary, problem and solution, sensory images, figurative language, and symbolism;vocabulary poke cards;discussion cards;color-by-code part