by boot | Mar 6, 2025
The section in which Géraldine and Hélène make friends is an excellent example of the strengths of the graphic novel format. Break students into small groups and have them analyze the friendship between Hélène and Géraldine, creating an outline of the key moments in...
by boot | Mar 6, 2025
Hélène’s relationship with the girls who bully her is a main theme of this story. Citing specific references in the text, have students track the relationship between Hélène and her tormentors through the course of the book. Be sure students characterize the...
by boot | Mar 6, 2025
Have students engage in a close-reading of this book focused on creating a character map of Hélène. Working individually, students will create a graphical representation or a chart identifying Hélène’s primary characteristics and qualities, citing specific evidence...
by boot | Mar 6, 2025
Why do students think Jane, the Fox and Me has this title? Working as a class, discuss the different ways it is appropriate. What did students expect the book to be about based on its title? Did the book meet those expectations? Ask students to suggest alternate...
by boot | Mar 5, 2025
Lead a discussion about moving from one place to another. Why is it difficult? What are some good things about moving?
