At school, students are learning about the power of literacy and about the effort people go to in order to access books around the world. As a part of this, they will read two books that describe the importance of literacy and books, even during times of war. They learn about heroic people who go to great lengths to get the “power of reading” in Iraq and Afghanistan. Both countries have experienced war in recent years.
In class today, students began to read Nasreen’s Secret School and to discuss these issues. We discussed how violence does happen around the world, and how heroic the characters are in this book. We also discussed that readers might have different feelings (like sadness or anger) when reading about difficult issues. We discussed that it is normal to have these kinds of feelings, and it is important to find an adult that you trust that you can talk to about what you are thinking and feeling. Please ask your child about the book they read today and offer your support should your child ask for it.
We welcome your feedback and questions about the important work that we are doing to support your child’s growth as a reader, writer, and citizen.
In class today, students began to read Nasreen’s Secret School and to discuss these issues. We discussed how violence does happen around the world, and how heroic the characters are in this book. We also discussed that readers might have different feelings (like sadness or anger) when reading about difficult issues. We discussed that it is normal to have these kinds of feelings, and it is important to find an adult that you trust that you can talk to about what you are thinking and feeling. Please ask your child about the book they read today and offer your support should your child ask for it.
We welcome your feedback and questions about the important work that we are doing to support your child’s growth as a reader, writer, and citizen.