by Emma Davis | Feb 17, 2026
Students brainstorm difficult questions they have about the world and discuss how it feels when adults do not have clear answers. This prepares students for Theo’s questioning throughout the story.
by Emma Davis | Feb 17, 2026
The teacher introduces the verse novel format. Students analyze line breaks and spacing in a sample poem and discuss how poetry can convey emotion differently than traditional prose.
by Emma Davis | Feb 17, 2026
Students examine peace symbols such as doves, sunflowers and olive branches. Through discussion, students analyze what each symbol represents and why symbols are used to communicate complex ideas. Students predict how symbols may appear in the text.
by Emma Davis | Feb 17, 2026
Students participate in a guided discussion about hearing upsetting or confusing news. The teacher establishes a safe environment and emphasizes that emotions such as worry, sadness or anger are valid. Students share coping strategies and discuss how children can be...
by Emma Davis | Feb 17, 2026
Website: https://www.storylineonline.net Activities: Listen to picture books read aloud Discuss characters’ choices and actions Draw students’ favorite friendship moments Teacher Tip: Ask prediction and reflection questions before and after...
