To the other side by Erika Meza
This is a super story. I love the way the story begins as a game but there is a gradual realisation both for the characters in it and the reader, that this is not a game; it’s very real. It’s a wonderful, age-appropriate way to explore refugee awareness in KS2. Lesson plan aimed at Y4-6 Text : To the other side by Erika Meza Enquiry question : What are your dreams? Starter : Look at the cover of the book; what do you see? What first impressions do you have of this book and its subject matter? How do you think the children in the picture are feeling? Why do people wear masks, what are the children standing behind? Any other predictions for the story? Main : Read “The other side” by Eriks Meza stop after the characters sit on a fence and discuss what they might win and discuss: - Is this really a game? What’s going on here, what clues are there to help us understand what is really happening? - W