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The Name Jar: Discussion Guide for Grades Pre-K–1

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A activity spotlights the story, The Name Jar, by Yangsook Choi. After a read-aloud, the class retells the story using puppets or dress-up. They participate in a thoughtful discussion about the story, answer questions relating the book to themselves and others, and expand their learning. Two extension opportunities introduce learners to a song and creative name drawing.

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Concepts

bullying, relationship skills, relationships, peers, social awareness, emotional development, emotions, identifying emotions, social-emotional learning, expressing feelings, feelings, coping skills

Instructional Ideas

If time permits, plan an extension activity on the days following the initial read-aloud and discussion
Plan the lesson during October, National Bullying Prevention Month

Classroom Considerations

The lesson may stand alone with only the discussion or use one or both extension activities
Materials vary depending on which extension activity you wish to conduct

Pros

Provides a link to a list of vocabulary terms and their definitions
Two extension activities offer a music and art component

Cons

None

Common Core

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