by boot | Sep 8, 2025
Use a chart with emojis or faces. Ask students how Lovie feels at different parts of the story and why.
by boot | Sep 8, 2025
In small groups, students brainstorm words associated with hair and create a word web on chart paper.
by boot | Sep 8, 2025
Have a circle-time discussion about how everyone’s hair is different. Ask students to describe their own hair and how they care for it. Use this to build empathy and curiosity.
by boot | Sep 8, 2025
Discuss the title and cover image. Ask: What do you think the story is about? What do you think “dreadlock” means?
by boot | Sep 8, 2025
Play charades with story vocabulary. One student acts out a word (e.g., give, share, pack)
