If you enjoy this book study, check out my Third Grade Angels By Jerry Spinelli Book Study:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/CCSS-Aligned-Third-Grade-Angels-by-Jerry-Spinelli-Book-Study-48-Pages-1210873
This book study goes with the book Punished! By David Lubar. It is a great way to introduce students to figurative language while still practicing reading skills.
This book study is common core aligned and will fit into end of 2nd, 3rd, or 4th grade curriculum nicely. It could easily