Youngsters analyze a book discussing a child's fear on the first day of school. They discuss the characters in the book, The Teacher from the Black Lagoon. Then they discuss their own fears and uncertainties about starting a class with new teachers and new friends. Questions, links, and activities are provided.

Additional Tags

fear management, new students, starting school, english language arts

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Pros

• The lesson sparks thoughtful dialogue and encourages a positive attitude towards school 
• A variety of activities cater to multiple learning styles 

Cons

• None