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Discussion guide for ‘Go Home’
This discussion guide for “Go Home” invites readers to explore themes of home, identity, belonging, family and displacement. Through thoughtful questions and activities, it encourages young readers to consider the experiences of refugees and immigrants, the meaning of home, and the ways stories can help us better understand lives and perspectives different from our own.
Discussion guide for ‘The Good Braider’
This discussion guide for “The Good Braider” invites readers to explore themes of war, displacement, immigration, identity, family and resilience. Through thoughtful questions and activities, it encourages young readers to consider the experiences of refugees, the challenges of leaving home, and the courage it takes to build a new life while holding on to the people, places, and traditions that shape who we are.
Discussion guide for ‘Either the Beginning or the End of the World’
This discussion guide for “Either the Beginning or the End of the World” invites readers to explore themes of family, grief, identity, friendship and belonging. Through thoughtful questions and activities, it encourages young readers to consider the ways we navigate loss and change, the complexities of family relationships, and the search for connection and understanding during times of uncertainty.
Discussion guide for ‘The Cat Who Liked Potato Soup’
This discussion guide for “The Cat Who Liked Potato Soup” invites young readers to explore themes of friendship, family, food, community and belonging. Through engaging questions and activities, it encourages children to think about the connections we make with others, the comfort of familiar traditions, and the ways sharing stories and experiences can bring people together.