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Nothing Wrong with a Three-Legged Dog: Discussion Guide for Grades 3-5

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Scholars study the book, Nothing Wrong with a Three-Legged Dog by Graham McNamee to encourage an antibullying trend in their school and community. Chapters and themes examine bias, coping skills, how to respond to bullying, and being a friend. Learners discuss or write their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

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Concepts

bullying, coping skills, social awareness, relationship skills, relationships, peers, emotional development, emotions, identifying emotions, social-emotional learning, Social & Emotional Learning, expressing feelings, feelings, bias

Instructional Ideas

Plan the lesson during October—National Bullying Prevention Month
If you choose to use questions as a writing prompt, post them on a classroom blog to allow learners to respond with their answers and reply to their peers

Classroom Considerations

The third of five lessons in a Words that Heal unit; other lessons target different grade levels
The discussion timeline will vary depending on how you choose to split up the book
Set rules and expectations to create a safe environment for discussion; observe pupils for signs of bullying behavior

Pros

Discussion points are separated by chapter and theme
Provides activities to extend the learning experience

Cons

None

Common Core

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