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Rouda Ammar, Shamma Ahmed, Reem Khalifa، Latifa Hamad

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Rouda Ammar, Shamma Ahmed, Reem Khalifa، Latifa Hamad

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Amara is a thoughtful and sensitive girl who feels like she does not fully belong because people constantly ask her, “Where are you from?” She feels judged by her appearance and background instead of being seen for who she truly is. Amara struggles with identity, belonging, and the pressure to explain herself to others. At first, she reacts by giving polite and rehearsed answers to avoid conflict, even though it hurts her emotionally. Over time, she becomes tired of being placed into labels and boxes. In the end, she realizes that her identity is unique and valuable, and she gains confidence by accepting herself instead of trying to fit other people’s expectations.

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Beginning

Feeling:

Confused and uncomfortable

Why:

People keep asking her "Where are you really from," which makes her feel like she doesn't belong.

Middle

Feeling:

Tired and frustrated

Why:

She keeps giving the same practiced answers.

People only want the simple story, not her real life.

She feels like they only see her as "the foreign friend."

End

Feeling:

Strong, calm, and proud of herself

Why:

She understands she doesn't need to fit into anyone's box.

She realizes she is her own person with her own story.

She finds her sense of home inside herself.

Simple Emotional Change

﻿﻿At the start, she feels confused.

﻿﻿In the middle, she feels tired of explaining herself.

﻿﻿At the end, she feels strong and confident in who she is.

Mahra obaid—Mahra alkaabi-Aisha Mohammed-aljanna s

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Mariam Alaryani, Alia Aldhaheri , rouda Aldhaheri , Noura 

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Mariam Alaryani, Alia Aldhaheri , rouda Aldhaheri , Noura 

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Theme / Message

The story is about a girl who feels upset when people keep asking where she is from. They make her feel different and like she does not belong.

Theme Statement

People should accept others for who they are and not judge them by their background or looks.

Lesson

The story teaches us to be kind and not label people.

Evidence

“She was her own country.”
→ She is unique and special in her own way.

“keep their boxes away from her.”
→ She does not want people to judge or label her.

Slogan

“Don’t judge people by where they come from.”

Presentation

The theme is belonging and identity. The girl feels sad because people only care about where she is from. The story teaches us to respect everyone and accept differences.

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Amara’s Feelings Timeline

Beginning 😟

Feeling: Uncomfortable, judged, excluded
Reason: Leo asks, “So where are you from?” in a way that makes Amara feel like she does not belong. She feels people are trying to “put her in a box.”

Drawing/Emoji Ideas:
🚪📦😔
(door = belonging, box = labels, sad face = discomfort)

Middle 😢

Feeling: Frustrated, tired, lonely
Reason: Amara gives the “pre-rehearsed” answer people want to hear, but inside she feels misunderstood. She struggles with identity, language, and not fully belonging anywhere.

Drawing/Emoji Ideas:
🌍💭😞
(world = different countries, thought cloud = confusion, sad face = loneliness)

End 🌟

Feeling: Strong, hopeful, confident
Reason: Amara realizes she does not need other people’s labels. She sees herself as “her own country” with her own story, healing, and growth.

Drawing/Emoji Ideas:
🌱✨😊
(plant = growth, sparkles = hope, smile = confidence)

Presentation Explanation

At the beginning, Amara feels uncomfortable and excluded because people keep questioning where she belongs. In the middle, her emotions become deeper as she feels frustrated and tired of explaining herself to others. She feels like nobody truly understands her identity. By the end, Amara becomes more confident and hopeful. She understands that she does not need to fit into other people’s “boxes” and accepts herself for who she is.

Hind / Afra / Mariam / Sara /Reem

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This story connects to real life because many people experience similar situations and emotions. While reading the story, we were reminded of times when we faced challenges, made difficult choices, or learned important lessons from others. For example, we have all experienced moments where we felt misunderstood, nervous, or needed help from friends and family. The story teaches us that real-life experiences can help people grow stronger and wiser. It also reminds us to think carefully about our actions and how they affect others. By connecting the story to our own lives, we understand its message more deeply and can learn valuable lessons from it

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Task:
Connect story to real life.

Instructions:
- Discuss personal experiences
- Reflect on similar situations

Final Product:
Group paragraph or short talk

Presentation:
Share reflection

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Task:
Identify the theme/message.

Instructions:
- What is the story about?
- What lesson does it teach?

Final Product:
Write a theme statement / cite evidence - create a slogan

Presentation:
Explain your theme

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Task:
Analyze the main character.

Instructions:
- Describe personality
- Identify challenges
- Explain how the character reacts

Final Product:
Character profile poster

Presentation:
Share analysis with class

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Task:
Track the main character’s feelings.

Instructions:
- Divide into Beginning, Middle, End
- Identify feelings in each part
- Add reasons for each feeling

Final Product:
Timeline with emotions + drawings/emojis

Presentation:
Explain emotional changes

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Task: Find meanings of key words: subtle, validate, nuances, confines. Instructions: - Use context clues or dictionary - Write definitions in your own words - Create 1 example sentence for each word Final Product: Mini poster with words, meanings, and examples Presentation: 2-minute explanation to class