Introducing the book Lulu to intermediate students at channing Lulu and the Brontosaurus is a children's book by Judith Viorst, illustrated by Lane Smith, about a spoiled girl named Lulu who demands a brontosaurus for her birthday, and when her parents refuse, she storms off to find one herself, only to discover the dinosaur wants her as a pet. The humorous story follows Lulu's quest and her unexpected predicament, featuring her resourcefulness and a droll narrative style, similar to Viorst's Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.

The Demand of the Century (00:00 - 01:15)

• Discussion focuses on the main character, Lulu, and her extreme personality as a spoiled child who refuses to take 'no' for an answer.

• The central conflict is introduced: Lulu demands a live brontosaurus for her birthday despite them being extinct.

Into the Wild (01:15 - 02:30)

• Details on Lulu's departure from home and her trek into the forest with minimal supplies.

• Her encounters with various wild animals like a snake and a tiger show her stubbornness and lack of fear as she searches for her prize.

The Table Turns (02:30 - 03:45)

• The moment Lulu finds the brontosaurus and the unexpected twist where the dinosaur claims her as his pet instead.

• Discussion of the book's humor, the droll narrative style of the author, and the unique artistic style of the illustrations.

Final Thoughts and Themes (03:45 - 04:00)

• A summary of the 'be careful what you wish for' theme and an invitation for students to discover the ending themselves.