by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 27, 2026
Throughout the book, the author mentions simple games that the children play, such as string games and making a toy boat out of grass. She also includes the scene with the children playing on the Soviet tank (pages 18â19). Have students work in small groups to plan a...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 26, 2026
Have students work in groups to draw a floor plan or make a model of the school, using details from the book. Have them include another room or feature for a program or resource that they think would benefit the students. Also have them write a description of the...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 26, 2026
Each season has special features. There are things that are alike and different about each season. On a chart paper or projection board, have students compare and contrast two seasons using the graphic organizer, a Venn diagram. Note items that are the same between...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 26, 2026
We celebrate holidays and traditions throughout the year. On a chart paper, have students share different holidays/traditions and which season they are celebrated in.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 26, 2026
To extend the map activity, students can work independently or in partners to research which countries have four or more seasons. The end product could be in the form of a colored map.
