About This Book
Patricia Polacco's 'Chicken Sunday' is a tender story about three children, including the narrator Patricia, who adore their neighbor, Miss Eula, and her weekly chicken dinners. Inspired by her kindness, they decide to surprise her with a beautiful Easter hat. To earn the money, they decorate and sell Ukrainian-style Pysanky eggs, a skill Patricia learned from her own grandmother. The book beautifully explores themes of intergenerational friendship, cultural exchange, and community spirit, all while navigating subtle undertones of racial harmony. It is a gentle narrative perfect for discussing gratitude and creative problem-solving with young readers.
Discussion Prompts
1
How do the children show their appreciation for Miss Eula? What are some ways you show gratitude to people you care about?
2
What challenges do the children face when trying to earn money for the hat, and how do they overcome them?
3
Miss Eula is like a grandmother to the children. Do you have special adults in your life who feel like family?
4
The children decorate Pysanky eggs. What traditions or crafts are special to your family or community?
5
How does this story show that people from different backgrounds can be close friends and family?
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