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This companion lesson to “Those Shoes” by Maribeth Boelts teaches students about compassion and the difference between wants vs. needs.
This companion lesson to “Those Shoes” by Maribeth Boelts teaches students about compassion and the difference between wants vs. needs.
✨ Digital for Google Slides™, PowerPoint, and printable resources are all included!
⭐ THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES:
✅ PowerPoint presentation that summarizes the story, defines compassion, and teaches students how to show compassion for others
✅ Digital for Google Slides™ interactive sorting game that teaches students the difference between wants vs. needs
✅ 2 compassion posters to display in your space
✅ 4 printable discussion question cards
✅ Printable worksheets and coloring pages
✅ Document that shows how the lesson is aligned to ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors
[Lesson posted with permission from Maribeth Boelts].
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“My kids loved this! They got really into the story and the wants vs. needs activity got them talking a lot.” – Katie H.
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“I teach k-2 counseling in specials rotation and Music City Counselor is my go-to for beautiful, top quality lessons.” – Allyson T.
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“My students LOVED this! I never had a class discussion this deep and real before. Thank you!” – That 2nd Grade Teacher
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“This Those Shoes companion lesson helped students explore compassion, empathy, and the difference between wants and needs through both in-person and digital activities. It encouraged thoughtful discussion and personal reflection while supporting comprehension of the text. A strong resource for integrating reading with social-emotional learning!” – Marivel C.
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“Good way to bring a higher concept down to students in lower grades. They liked the story aspect!” – Amanda N.
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“Fantastic materials to use with the book especially around Christmas to focus students’ attention on giving and sharing.” – Anneta S.
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“This was an amazing resource to teach for my SEL lesson. This book is so powerful and talking about needs and wants was a good way to teach compassion.” – Karley K.
