https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8 Students will take away the feeling that they are not alone. Many people struggle through hard times, it's about how you face them that helps you through. Students will learn coping techniques and gain positive affirmations within all the books provided. en-us 2021-11-13 18:24:52 UTC 2025-10-05 17:40:10 UTC hello@padlet.com brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888480785 Why Do Families Change? This book explains what the words "separation" and "divorce" mean. The author also explains that people in relationships sometimes take a break and that it is OKAY. The story clearly states that some people stay together forever and some do not, that life is unexpected. Also says that people cannot take it personally when they see two people in a relationship separate, because it happens. It is intended for the reader to understand that separating/divorcing is a normal thing and that you cannot do anything to change the situation. ]]> 2021-11-13 18:59:45 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888480785 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888495579 This book is about an 8 yr old girl, Bea, who finds out her parents are getting divorced. She learns from her parents that they will be separating into two different houses and that her dad identifies as gay. She struggles with this big change but finds herself finding ways to accept it. She realizes that nothing changed other than them living in two different houses. Bea finds herself focusing on all the positives around her.]]> 2021-11-13 19:22:56 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888495579 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888498649 In this children's book, we see Alex, talk about the cool things he has at each of his parents houses. This story talks about what Alex gains as a result of the divorce rather than what he lost. Alex has different things at each of his houses but he is happy with them all. He knows he is loved by both of his parents and that makes him think positively. ]]> 2021-11-13 19:27:59 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888498649 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888502832 In this adorable book we meet a little girl whose parents are going through a divorce. She needs to bounce between two houses and gets to bring her best friend, Fred to both of them. Fred is her dog and with him she feels comfortable and safe. With Fred by her side, she faces her anxieties and happily spends time with both of her parents. In the story we see conflict and concerns but in the end it is all okay because Fred is there.]]> 2021-11-13 19:33:03 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888502832 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888507815 Divorce Is The Worst takes a different approach towards divorce and talks about the negatives a divorce can have on a child. The picture book has funny images but delivers a realistic message pertaining to children who have seen their parents go through it. It talks about how it is hard to keep your heart whole when dealing with divorce and also talks about how much your world can be changed. It also touches on the different emotions you may face and how to best handle them.]]> 2021-11-13 19:41:25 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888507815 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888509805 Addison experiences his parents go through a divorce and understands that they will still love him. He sees that even at soccer practice, at school, and other lessons, his parents will continue to be there to cheer him on. This story explains that a child has no control over what their parents do and will continue to find positives in life even after they are separated.]]> 2021-11-13 19:44:59 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888509805 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888511410 1. What does it mean to be "divorced" or "separated"? 
2. How does divorce change someones life?
3. Whose fault is it when parents decide to separate?
4. What are some positives that can come out of parents getting a divorce? 

]]> 2021-11-13 19:47:43 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888511410 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888513988 This is a video showing that different people live in different houses or multiple houses. It helps children to feel as though it is normal to not all live in one house. The video also explains what "divorce" means and how that may look on a family.]]> 2021-11-13 19:51:55 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888513988 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888525626 In this video it shows the effects of divorce on children. It explains it through beautiful images and illustrations. The video honestly shows the feelings and emotions that children might face. It shows 12 different children's stories. ]]> 2021-11-13 20:12:08 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888525626 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888531495 In this article, it suggests sayings, words of encouragement and how to approach a conversation about divorce with someone. It offers tips on talking points and also lists sayings that you can say to someone to help them think positively. ]]> 2021-11-13 20:22:54 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888531495 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888533737 This website is made for children who have seen their parents go through divorce. It offers activities to do that have to do with feelings, it offers advice, and talks about how everything you are going through is normal. This website offers great projects and activities for children do make to help themselves feel better.]]> 2021-11-13 20:26:13 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888533737 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888553149 1. Students will read Two Homes and then each draw their homes and families. They will think about who they live with, the amount of houses they have and who they love. After each child has finished, they will show their art to the class and describe their home and family. Students can also bring in photos.
2. Student will compare their homes and families to Alex, the child in the story. They will talk about how their lives are the same/different. Using a Venn diagram.
3. Next, students will think about the prompt: What does it mean to have divorced parents? They will brainstorm ideas about what this means and how it could change a child's life.
4. Finally, they will take their ideas and make them positive. What are some positive things to think about when your parents get divorced? How it it similar to Alex? Students will get into small groups and create posters using Glogster or Google Presentations on their computers/tablets to show the positives that can come from divorce. ]]> 2021-11-13 20:58:46 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888553149 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888561415 The Invisible Web explains that everyone has their own invisible string in which we are all connected, no matter what. The string all ties us together whether we are alive or dead. It explains that the entire human race is connected and known as a big family. The author explains death of never actually letting go of your string and still being attached to everyone. That people who die never actually leave us. ]]> 2021-11-13 21:10:46 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888561415 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888564023 This book is intended for children who are going through loss and grief. It explains that there are many different emotions that can go with grief and that nobody is alone in what they are feeling. "Just remember it is normal to have these feelings during grief", it says throughout the book. The story tries to normalize what it may look like to be going through sadness and gives insight into how to feel better. ]]> 2021-11-13 21:16:06 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888564023 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888565715 In this book, it revolves around the death of a fish to symbolize what losing someone/something may look like. It talks about emotions you may feel when you experience loss and what it may be like to say "goodbye" to someone. ]]> 2021-11-13 21:19:26 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888565715 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888567819 I Miss You helps children to realize that death is a natural part of life. It also mentions how grief and sense of loss are completely normal emotions to have when you lose someone. Missing a loved one that passed is okay and encouraged. The book also helps children to understand that it takes time to be okay after you lose someone you love. ]]> 2021-11-13 21:23:33 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888567819 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888570071 In this story, the author compares all living things (plants, animals, people) and talks about how it is normal for all living things to pass at some point. It talks about the subject in regards to beginnings and endings. That we each have a beginning and all have an ending, and we might not be prepared for the ending. The author makes it known that we all have our own lifetime and need to cherish it. ]]> 2021-11-13 21:28:03 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888570071 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888571851 Ida, Always is about two polar bears that are best friends, Ida and Gus. They learn that Ida is sick and doesn't have much time left. They make the ending of her life as enjoyable as possible, they also reminisce on their adventures and times together. After Ida passes, Gus tries to think of her spit in a positive way even though he really misses her. ]]> 2021-11-13 21:31:44 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888571851 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888573757 In this video it defines what "grief" means and how people might handle that emotion. It shows real children and has them explain what grief means to them. It is clearly stated in the video that you cannot control death and that it isn't your fault. It also talks about how death is a natural part of life. The video also helps children to understand they are not alone-it talks about things they might be going through when dealing with grief.]]> 2021-11-13 21:35:14 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888573757 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888575355 In this video, it is intended for school-aged kids that are going through loss. In the video, it answers possible questions that children might have and explains the process of grieving. It gives suggestions to feel better and offers support for children who are confused about their emotions. ]]> 2021-11-13 21:38:34 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888575355 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888576934 In Helping Children Deal With Grief, it offers strategies and explanations to help children go through this hard time. It also provides ideas on what to say and how to talk to children. It helps adults be prepared to communicate with children going through loss and helps them to understand what it appropriate and not appropriate to say.]]> 2021-11-13 21:41:46 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888576934 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888578557 In this blog post by the National Alliance For Children's Grief, it talks about different peoples stories on loss. Each person has a lot to say about their journey with experiencing grief and how they felt better over time. Each person found different strategies helpful. It offers many personal stories about when people lost someone as a child and the resources they took advantage of.]]> 2021-11-13 21:45:07 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888578557 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888582358 1. After reading The Invisible Web, have students create a list of people they feel connected to. Have them think about people they have lost and remember them as well.
2. Everyone in the class including the teacher, hold onto a long piece of string. Find a way to attach all the string together to create a web and talk about why they might be connected to people in the class.
3. Using Seesaw or Figjam have students (with possible teacher help) create a diagram of who they are connected to with an invisible string. Have them type out the connection they have with each person. ]]> 2021-11-13 21:53:06 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888582358 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888585031 1. What does "grief" mean?
2. What could it look like if someone is going through grieving?
3. What are some things you could do to help a grieving friend or family member?]]> 2021-11-13 21:58:45 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888585031 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888591615 In Big Ernie's New Home, it talks about a child, Ernie, who struggles with having a new home. His new home is nothing like his old home and that upsets him. The story touches on the emotions of anxiety, anger, and sadness that a child might feel when they are told that they need to move. Ernie starts to accept new home and find things that comfort him within it. ]]> 2021-11-13 22:13:03 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888591615 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888594463 In this classic book, the Berenstain Bears are moving away from their once comfortable, loved home. One day Papa Bear tells the family that they need to move and the family was upset hearing this. They all needed to work together to pack up their things and bring them into a new home. At first, the move was very scary but they ended up trying to think of the positives they might have there. ]]> 2021-11-13 22:19:20 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888594463 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888597683 Bad Bye, Good Bye talks about the negative feelings a child might have when they need to leave their home. The child talks about all the different things he had to say goodbye to when they left their old home. The child realizes that there are new opportunities at his new home though, where he can start fresh and make new memories. ]]> 2021-11-13 22:25:49 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888597683 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888599392 In this book, we meet Bella has to say goodbye to her old beloved house and get comfortable in a new one. Her new house is unexpected and she doesn't like all the differences this one has compared to her older one. Bella changes her mindset once she meets her new neighbor who she'd like to become friends with. After she meets him, she starts thinking with an open-mind and starts to think about all the positives this house has. ]]> 2021-11-13 22:29:00 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888599392 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888601527 In this story, we meet a boy who is fighting to stay in his home, but everyone ignores him and his feelings. The boy feels loss because he has become so comfortable and attached to his old house that he wants nothing to do with the new one. He begs and pleas to stay in his old house even though the movers are packing everything up. The boy's eyes are opened when he settles into the new house. He starts to see possibilities and start to accept everything. ]]> 2021-11-13 22:32:26 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888601527 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888603558 In this book, we meet a girl who feels different and out of place at school. She doesn't know anyone in her new town and feels like she doesn't fit in. She feels like everything she does is unlike everyone else and all she wants is to fit in. This story has to do with having a fresh start and trying to be brave. She eventually tries to put herself out there and make friends and try new things. ]]> 2021-11-13 22:35:29 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888603558 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888604715 1. What are some actions you could take when you see someone having a hard time at school?
2. How can you be a good neighbor to people who just moved near you?
3. How can change be hard? Why? 
4. What is an instance where you needed to do something you didn't want to do? How did you deal with it?]]> 2021-11-13 22:38:05 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888604715 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888610287 This is a video/song explaining the process of moving and how its okay. The song talks about all the new things to look forward to in a new home and how exciting it is to start fresh. ]]> 2021-11-13 22:49:00 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888610287 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888611430 This is a social story about a child starting fresh at a new school. The child is faced with anxiety about what lies ahead of him but ends up finding the positives around him. ]]> 2021-11-13 22:51:16 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888611430 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888613567 This is an online diary where children can journal to unlock special features. When children are undergoing big changes It can be important to write it out and express their feelings, especially if they don't want to open up to anyone. ]]> 2021-11-13 22:55:59 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888613567 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888615473 This website/blog post is intended for parents to help children go through the moving process. It is important to learn ways to help them undergo a big change and support them along the way. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:00:27 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888615473 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888617813 1. Students will write their own personal stories in their journals about a big change they had to face, or when something was new to them. They will also need to write about how they handled it. If they do not have one, can talk about one of the characters from the list of books in the topic. 
2. Students will work in pairs and share one another's stories. From there, they will create a blog post with their stories and share them on the class website. They can use Blogger.com to do so. (Might need help from teacher).
3. Students will then brainstorm a list of things they could do to help others undergoing big change and write those ideas on poster paper. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:05:54 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888617813 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888623499 This book follows a boy named Rink who is disliked at school because he has the ability to grow flowers on his body whenever there is a full moon. He is seen as "weird" and "different" at school. This is until there is a new girl who Rink becomes interested in, and finds out that she has a special ability as well. They become friends and bond over their abilities. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:18:46 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888623499 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888629146 The main character in this book is Lalla, a muslim girl who wants to wear a malafa just like her older female family members. She doesn't understand what wearing a malafa truly means or her religion. She discovers her true passions and realizes that she still wants to wear a malafa now that she really does know what it stands for. She discovers how much she truly has faith and wants to express it. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:32:51 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888629146 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888630498 Drawn Together is about a boy who wants to have a connection with his grandfather but there is a language barrier between them, making it hard to communicate. The two become frustrated and upset that there is no real way to understand one another. They end up discovering both of their love for art. In the end of the story they both are able to communicate through art. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:36:35 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888630498 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888631511 This story is from the point of view of an exclamation mark. The exclamation mark doesn't know where they fit in and feels upset knowing they are not like other symbols. They stand out whenever they go, and cannot fit in like everyone else. The exclamation mark ends up finding where they belong and being happy in that place. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:39:18 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888631511 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888632628 Jackie isn't like her sister, Susan. Jackie likes to get dirty and play in mud and hunt for bugs. Her sister, Susan, likes to play dress up and pretend she is a princess. Jackie starts to discover the differences between her and her sister and realize that she would rather be known as Jack as compared to Jackie. Being known as Jack feels more like her. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:42:26 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888632628 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888634048 In, My Shadow is Pink, it talks about self acceptance and gender identity. The little boy in the story realizes that he doesn't like boy things and would rather play with girls and do dress up, and put on makeup. The main character gets help from his dad who explains that everyone has a shadow that they are trying to hide from the world. The boy realizes that he doesn't want to hide who he is. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:46:16 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888634048 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888634850 1. Who do you think YOU are? What makes YOU special and why? 
2. Should people pretend to be something they're not? Why?
3. How can you be supportive of people trying to understand their own self?]]> 2021-11-13 23:48:33 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888634850 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888635781 In this video, it shows a cat named Sora who goes on a self-discovery journey. With the help of her friends, she finds herself and realizes who she wants to be. It can sometimes be a hard and long journey trying to find yourself, it is so important to find supportive friends and family to help. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:51:07 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888635781 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888636256 This video talks about how to find your own character traits. It helps you realize what makes you special and what to look for when you are trying to understand yourself. The video encourages children to think positively and think about the traits that make them unique. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:52:24 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888636256 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888638192 In this blog post, it is intended for teachers to help support their students going through self-identity process. It provides several lesson ideas to use with your students to help support them and encourage them to be theirselves. ]]> 2021-11-13 23:57:50 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888638192 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888639137 This article is for anyone who needs advice on what to do with children when they are developing their self-identity. It goes through babies-school aged children and gives advice on how to comfort them and support them through their process. ]]> 2021-11-14 00:00:03 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888639137 brinskokelly https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888640831 1. Have students take a picture of themselves. (might need a friend to take one of them) and print out the pictures. When printed, give each student their picture and have them write out on a digital graph like google docs or seesaw the positive things they notice about themself. 
2. After they come up with a list of things they see, have them dive deeper and write down their qualities, what makes them special, talents, hobbies, etc. 
3. Have them put the paper with all those positive things on their pictures and have students share in the class. 
4. Have students notice the differences between everyone and note how they all have similarities and differences. They all belong there and all bring something new to the classroom. ]]> 2021-11-14 00:04:35 UTC https://padlet.com/brinskokelly/lfcat314ckcg6nw8/wish/1888640831