Let’s Talk About It!

Why do you think Hans and Sophie chose to resist the Nazi regime even though they knew the risks? What role did words play in both supporting and challenging the Nazi regime? Can words still be that powerful today? How does the format of this book (written in free...

Stop and Summarize

After every 3 to 5 pages, students stop to write a one-sentence summary and one question they would ask a character.

What Would You Do?

Present scenarios where students must choose between staying silent or speaking out. Use journaling and class discussion to explore their values.

Grandma’s Wisdom

Pause to discuss Grandma’s sayings and how they help Lovie. What does she mean by “these strands are full of love”?

Picture Walk Predictions

Before reading each page, pause and let students predict what might happen next based on the illustrations.