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Those Shoes | Maribeth Boelts, Noah Z. Jones

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This story shows how people can develop and change for the good. The main character is taken on a moral journey after he really desires the trendy new shoes everyone else is wearing.

AlexRobinson

Those Shoes | Maribeth Boelts, Noah Z. Jones

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This RF book discusses themes that I always want shared in my classroom which is needs vs wants, compassion, bullying, and friendship. It follows a main character‘s journey to find the perfect pair of shoes so he can “belong” and when he finally finds them but in the wrong size, does he share or does he want others who can‘t have them to suffer with him?

AlexRobinson This book would be good as a RA to allow the teacher to read and open the classroom for honest discussion (focusing primarily on tip 3: https://theowlteacher.com/tips-great-read-aloud/). Through discussion, only only will students be able to relate but also understand others and the realities of bullying. Because bullying and concepts of acceptance can take place with any age group, this read could be utilized throughout k-5. 4y

AlexRobinson UDL‘s that can be met with this text are 9.2 and 3.2 (facilitating personal coping skills and strategies and highlighting patterns, critical features, and big ideas) while also utilizing EL strategies such as 3, 6, 15, 22 (encourage self talk/positive thinking, continually monitoring students‘ comprehension, reinforcing key ideas again and again, and giving enough wait time). 4y

AlexRobinson I personally think books of this nature should be read continuously throughout the year as a reminder of the hardships of bullying yet also the beautiful nature of a compassionate heart. #ucflae3414sp21 4y

AlexRobinson This book is also amazing to discuss giving, where, and how to do so! This link provides some great before, during, and after reading talking points as well as how to discuss these ideas on a grade-appropriate level: https://www.learningtogive.org/resources/those-shoes-literature-guide 4y

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Mazzole18

Those Shoes | Maribeth Boelts, Noah Z. Jones

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#ucflae3414su20
Have you ever made a mistake to try to fit in? In the heartbreaking RF “Those Shoes” by
Maribeth Boelts. Jeremy learns a lesson about needs and wants and in the end makes a sacrifice bigger than himself. Develop self-assessment and reflection can be adapted to URL 9.3 making this a great book to help with social emotional issues as well. This story can be used as a DR or a RA.

Mazzole18 https://www.librarysparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/lsp_mar13_ker_thoseshoe... has lots of creative and engaging ideas for the classroom. ESOL strategy 17 provides contextual support through audio visuals, models, demonstrations, realia, body language and facial expressions make this perfect to use for DR. Grab a box of tissue and enjoy this important book with its beautiful lesson. 4y

LauraLeighn I loved your book description, it definitely has me wanting to read this book. The ESOL strategy seems like a great choice for this book as well! 4y

Emmaturtle3 Like Laura said, with your description I feel like I have to get this book!! I think this is a great lesson for children and something we can all learn from. ESOL strategy #17 works perfectly if you are doing a DR! 4y

DrSpalding I agree with Laura and Emma. Your post about this book makes me want to read it and of course grab a box of tissues as well. Books that evoke emotion like this are powerful! Excellent idea to possibly use dramatic reenactment. Helpful resource. 4y

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BookInMyHands

Those Shoes | Maribeth Boelts, Noah Z. Jones

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Everyone, including Jeremy, wants "those shoes," but both Jeremy and Antonio can't afford them. A tale of luck and kindness unfolds.
A great read for grade schoolers, especially for the classroom.
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