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Class of 9, 2 (T1 P2) - Showtime Spotlight: Teacher's Welcome vs. Gog's Nerves

Class of 9, 2 – Term 1 Part 2: Showtime Join Mr. Weekend as he kicks off the new school year with excitement, prepping his Year 5 "tribe" for a special arrival: shy new student Gog! From the teacher's hopeful memories of his own nervous first days to Gog's anxious thoughts about being watched and his secret worries about reading, writing, and fitting in—this chapter shows how one moment feels totally different depending on whose head you're in. Narrated in omniscient style (the storyteller knows EVERYONE'S thoughts!), it's a great way to explore perspectives, empathy, and starting fresh at school. Perfect for building emotional awareness and creative writing skills. Teachers & parents: Discuss with the 5 questions below, then try the "Omni Person Writing" activity where kids write a "getting in trouble" school scene from both the teacher's and student's viewpoints (fictional is fine!). Ideal for grades 3–6. New chapters and teaching tools weekly—subscribe & hit the bell! 📖🏫✨ #ClassOf9 #Storytelling #perspectivetaking 5 Questions for Kids (After Watching) 1. What is Mr. Weekend thinking and feeling as he waits for the students and Gog to arrive? Give one example from the story (like his excitement or memories of being new himself). 2. How does Gog feel when he walks into the classroom and everyone looks at him? What specific worries does he have inside his head? 3. How does the narrator show us both the teacher's view and Gog's view at the same time? Why is that helpful for understanding the story? 4. When Gog's mom says he's "a bit shy" and asks the teacher to look after him, what do you think Mr. Weekend is thinking? How is it different from what Gog might be feeling? 5. Mr Weekend's chapter ends with "Here we go, tribe. It's showtime." Why do you think he said that? Lesson Idea / Activity: "Omni Person Writing – Trouble at School: Two Perspectives Title: Two Minds, One Mishap – Write in Omniscient Style Goal: Practice third-person omniscient narration by writing a short scene about "a day at school when someone got in trouble" — revealing BOTH the teacher's inner thoughts/feelings AND the student's (like how Mr. Weekend's welcoming thoughts contrast with Gog's anxious ones). This builds empathy, shows how perspectives differ, and practices narrative voice. Fictional trouble is encouraged (e.g., talking out of turn, forgetting homework, or a silly accident) if no real experience. Grade Level: 3–6 (ages 8–12); 20–30 minutes Materials: Paper/pencils, optional T-chart graphic organizer (Teacher's Thoughts vs. Student's Thoughts) Steps: Review the Style (5 min): Recap from the video: The narrator is "all-knowing" and shares what Mr. Weekend thinks (excited, empathetic) AND what Gog thinks (nervous, self-conscious about weight/reading). Phrases like "Meanwhile, in Gog's mind..." or "Little did the teacher know..." highlight this. Brainstorm Trouble Ideas (5 min): Group brainstorm fun/fictional scenarios: e.g., throwing a paper plane, chatting during quiet reading, spilling paint, or sneaking a snack. Pick one as a class or individually. Plan the Two Sides (5 min): Use a simple chart: Teacher column: What they see/do, plus inner thoughts (e.g., frustrated but trying to be fair, remembering their own kid mistakes). Student column: What they think/feel (e.g., scared of punishment, thinking it was funny at first, regretting it). Write the Scene (10–15 min): Write 1–2 paragraphs in first-person omniscient: Describe the moment trouble starts. Switch between perspectives: Example: Mr. Lee - I crossed my arms, thinking 'This is the third time this week,' Sarah - I bit my lip, wishing I could disappear under the desk." Extension: Draw a split illustration: left side teacher's view, right side student's.