Use The Widow’s Broom by Chris Van Allsburg to strengthen your students' comprehension skills, build their vocabulary, and help them understand how words work.
This enchanting story follows a widow who discovers that a broom left behind by a witch is no ordinary broom. When fearful neighbors try to get rid of it, the clever widow devises a plan to protect her magical companion. Through its rich layers of meaning and subtle messages, this tale encourages readers to think deeply about fear, acceptance, and courage.
This resource set supports key comprehension skills such as making inferences, determining the author's purpose, asking questions, making connections, and determining importance. Students will enjoy exploring the story's mysterious tone, hidden lessons, and creative twists while strengthening their understanding of character motives and theme.
