Red: A Crayon’s Story by Michael Hall explores identity, acceptance, and finding the courage to be who you are.
The story is about a crayon labeled red that actually colors blue. Others try to help him, but Red can’t meet the expectations of his paper label. With encouragement from a new friend, Red colors blue and discovers his true self.
How do you support your students in embracing their unique identities? What resources do you use to empower students to be themselves, especially when facing peer pressure or the desire to fit in?
Link to lesson reel HERE.
Resources:
Red: A Crayon’s Story read aloud
Lesson plan from Welcoming Schools
Teacher Guide from Harper Collins
Teacher Notes from Harper Collins
Related books:
Frankencrayon by Michael Hall, a companion to Red: A Crayon’s Story
Be Who You Are by Todd Parr
SDAWP Voices 