Lifting Each Other Up: With Smiles and Teamwork

Lifting Each Other Up : With Smiles And Teamwork What does it take to be a true leader in the face of challenges? Meet Sahasra, today's Lil' Leader! This incredible 7th grader has a heart full of empathy, always finding ways to help those in need. Even when faced with unexpected situations and comments, Sahasra stays optimistic and encourages her classmates to work together for the greater good. In her episode, you'll be inspired by her powerful approach to lifting others up. Don't miss out on this uplifting conversation!

Picture Book Recommendations:

a. I Got the School Spirit

Author: Connie Schofield-Morrison Illustrator: Frank Morrison

Summer is over, and this little girl has got the school spirit! She hears the school spirit in the bus driving up the street--VROOM, VROOM!--and in the bell sounding in the halls--RING-A-DING! She sings the school spirit in class with her friends--ABC, 123!

The school spirit helps us all strive and grow. What will you learn today?

This exuberant celebration of the first day of school illustrated by award-winning illustrator Frank Morrison will have every kid cheering for school to begin!

b. Remarkably You

Author: Pat Zietlow Miller Illustrator: Patrice Barton

Heartfelt and timeless, Remarkably You is an inspirational manifesto about all of the things—little or small, loud or quiet—that make us who we are. Great for sharing and gifting, especially to celebrate your remarkable graduate.

New York Times bestselling author Pat Zietlow Miller celebrates individuality in her remarkable picture book about the beauty of being yourself.

With encouraging text and exuberant illustrations by Patrice Barton, readers will delight in all the ways they can be their remarkable selves.

You might go unnoticed, or shine like a star,

but wherever you go and whoever you are…

don't change how you act to be just like the rest.

Believe in yourself and the things you do best.

Cool Q's For Discussion:

How did moving from India to the Canada change Sahasra's perspective on helping others who struggle?

2. What strategies does Sahasra use to encourage kids in group projects to collaborate, when they don't see eye to eye at first?

3. How does Sahasra stay focused on the positive things about herself when others may exclude her or say unkind things? 4. Would you handle these situations the same way Sahasra did? Why or why not? 5. What is your main takeaway from today's episode with Sahasra?

Have a great week!

Keep Leading and Keep Reading,

Tina