https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc en-us 2016-07-26 14:22:18 UTC 2025-12-14 07:40:35 UTC hello@padlet.com shannenmoore18 https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117008478 Chrysanthemum is a story about teasing and making fun of others. It is Chrysanthemum's first day of school and up until that point, she felt as though her name was absolutely perfect, until she was teased and made fun of for her name being different.
After reading the story as a class, we will discuss ways that we are different and accepting each other's differences. Each student will receive a puzzle piece to write an acrostic poem using their name.
https://www.amazon.com/Chrysanthemum-Kevin-Henkes/dp/0688147321

]]> 2016-07-26 15:50:26 UTC https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117008478 shannenmoore18 https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117008882 Something Else is a story about being different. The main character, Something, tries to fit in but each time he does, his differences stand out. The story teaches readers that we should be accepting of others and that being different is okay.
*Play Sneetches by Dr. Seuss Video Clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPhOZzsi_6Q
After reading, brainstorm what it means to be different and discuss how people are different. Then, elaborate on how even with these differences, that is okay. ]]> 2016-07-26 15:57:54 UTC https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117008882 shannenmoore18 https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117009766 After reading with the class, we will discuss why it is important to not tease each other based off of our appearances. Make connections to the fiction texts previously read with the article.

]]> 2016-07-26 16:15:28 UTC https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117009766 shannenmoore18 https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117010393 This is a story about Camilla worrying about what others are thinking about her and being afraid to be different. Share the storyline online link where Shannon reads the book.
After reading together, have them think about things that make them unique. Then, create a "I Am Unique" booklet

http://thepicturebookteachersedition.blogspot.com/2012/09/a-bad-case-of-stripes-by-david-shannon.html]]> 2016-07-26 16:31:26 UTC https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117010393 shannenmoore18 https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117246700 Ducker's story is about a boy who physically looked different and was bullied and teased in school. After reading, think about physical differences such as hair color and eye color. Discuss how these differences make us, us. Brainstorm what makes you unique ((This book will follow with David Shannon's story))]]> 2016-07-31 18:22:13 UTC https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117246700 shannenmoore18 https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117246934 Share the book trailer with the class about the book before reading. 
After reading the story, the students will create Courage Cards of themselves overcoming a fear or challenge. The courage cards can help them remember how important it is to be me.

]]> 2016-07-31 18:34:41 UTC https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117246934 shannenmoore18 https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117389639 This non-fiction text shares the story of Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass's friendship. Back then, they could not be friends because of their gender differences. Although they were different on the outside, they were alike on the inside. People made fun, laughed, and teased them for being friends. They stuck together, stayed friends, and ended up changing America. After reading, give each student a teapot and have them write words associated with friendship, freedom, and equality. This will help them remember the]]> 2016-08-02 17:55:03 UTC https://padlet.com/shannenmoore18/vn5y6tv9f1wc/wish/117389639