Strictly No Elephants
From Let's Learn · 2020
Pre-KK1st2ndReading & Writing (ELA)Social-Emotional Learning
Summary
A read-aloud of Lisa Mantchev's picture book about a boy and his tiny pet elephant who are turned away from a pet club — so they start a club where everyone is welcome. The reader pauses to notice the characters' feelings and the story's big idea about belonging.
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All ages
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
After watching “Strictly No Elephants” together:
- How did the boy feel when the club said 'strictly no elephants'?
- What did he and his friend decide to do instead?
- How can you help someone who is being left out?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: club, welcome, include, belong, friend
Draw a sign for a club that welcomes everyone. Write one rule that makes sure nobody is left out.