Because of Winn Dixie

Inference

• Opal is beginning to connect more to her mother.
• She compares herself to her mom when talking to Ms. Franny

Prediction

• Winn Dixie will help Opal make new friends

Questions

• Will Ms. Franny continue to be friends with Opal and Winne Dixie?
• Will Opal make any more friends in town?
• Will Winne Dixie continue to bring the preacher out of his "shell"?

Text-to-self Connections

• Grew up with a dog, can connect to Opal and Winne Dixie's bond
• Can connect to Opal's love of reading
• Can connect to feeling lonely in a new place