Read extracts from Cardboard Cowboys and Rat which introduce themes of empathy and isolation. This activity encourages children to be self-reflective and kind to others who may be struggling.
Level:
Second Level / Third/Fourth Level – KS2/3
Explore themes of:
√ Community √ Different Perspectives √ Friendship √ Empathy √ Loneliness
Subject Checklist:
√ Expressive Arts √ English Language √ Social Studies √ Well-being and Health
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Download the resources:
Inside Your Head with Brian Conaghan and Patrice Lawrence EIBF PDF
Inside Your Head with Brian Conaghan and Patrice Lawrence EIBF Word Doc
Download extracts from Cardboard Cowboys and Rat by Brian Conaghan and Patrice Lawrence to accompany the resources:
Cardboard Cowboys by Brian Conaghan- Extract p.1-33
Rat by Patrice Lawrence Chapter One Extract
Further information:
If you enjoyed doing these exercises, then why not also try these discussion questions created for Cardboard Cowboys by Bloomsbury here!
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