Ask students to use an almanac to gather statistics regarding the number of children living with grandparents rather than parents. Have them construct a graph showing the growth of this type of family structure from 1970-93. Journey says that his grandmother smells of lilacs when she comes in from her flower garden. Ask students to use reference books to locate the types of flowers that grow in their area in the summer. Invite a florist to speak to the class about the flowers that are most commonly used in floral arrangements.
Journey enjoys photographs so much.
Have students determine the elements of a fine work of art. Place the students in small groups, and give each group several well-known photographs to study. Ask them to analyze each photograph and evaluate its composition. Many people use music to express or soothe their emotions. Journey's grandmother plays the flute.