Guiding Questions for Parents.

Definition : Someone who is grateful is thankful for people, nature, and things. Stewardship means taking good care of what we’ve been given. In short: Thankful for every blessing, big or small. Summary: Otis, the tractor, works hard on the farm and when it’s time to play, he has a lot of fun. He gives thanks for all the different kinds of weather, his home, the animals that live on the farm, the peace he feels at quiet times, and the courage that gets him through hard times. He is most thankful for the love all around him! Lesson Objectives:

Students are encouraged to identify the things in their lives for which they are grateful, just like Otis does in the story.

Guiding Questions:

What is Otis and where does he live?
“Giving thanks makes Otis happy!” Why does giving thanks make you happy?
Otis enjoys hard work. What are some of the jobs Otis does on the farm?
Otis gives thanks for the rain. Why?
Otis likes to do loud, fun things with everyone and he enjoys his quiet times too. What about you?
What does Otis need when things seem hard?
Even when the barn burns down, Otis is thankful. Why?
What is Otis most thankful for? What about you?
Do you like rainy days or sunny days better? Why?
What do you need when things are hard and you feel sad or mad?

🌿 Virtue Connection: Gratitude means noticing and appreciating what is already good.

About the Story.

This guide is part of the Values & Virtues library, a free collection of 400+ book guides and activities organized around 12 core virtues for children from pre-K to 6th grade. Each guide includes Guiding Questions designed to open a real conversation with your child in 10 minutes or less.