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Reading project "Kick" by Mitch Jonson

Reading project "Kick" by Mitch Jonson

Project objectives:

• Students understand the story of Kick and its main character, Budi.
• Students are able to talk about important topics in the book like dreams, fairness, and working conditions.
• Students can compare their life to Budi’s and think about why things are different.
• Students create a special project to raise awareness about an important topic from the book.

The project takes place over 8 weeks period

LET'S PREDICT!

Look at the book cover. What do you think the story will be about?

Here you can share you thoughts :)

Let's think!

Do you know any famous football player?

What do you know about their background?

00:58

Where Cristiano was born?

1. Portugal
2. Spain
3. Italy
4. Greece

01:11

Why his parents were unhappy?

1. They were poor
2. They were happy
3. They wanted a girl
4. They had no resources for 4th child

Fair or unfair? LET'S PLAY!

Let's imagine that our class is divided into two parts. Left side is FAIR and right is UNFAIR.

Now each of you will take situation from the pile and read it aloud. 

Others have to stand on the side of the class they think situation corresponds.

Now you can start reading the book "Kick"

Now you can start reading the book Kick. 

But during reading you have a couple assignments to do :)

During reading: Task 1

Read first 5 chapters and write in the chart all activities Budi does during the day (e.g., helping his family, playing football)

After you read 5 chapters write down all tasks YOU undertake during the day. 

Compare how your life different from Budi's. 

Share one the most significant difference between your life and Budi's

Can you tell me where Budi is from?

Let's watch the video about kids that work hard in this country

During Reading Task 2

Individually write down everything that shows the themes of Dreams, Fairness, Poverty, Friendship in your Theme Journals. 

Dreams:

- What is Budi’s biggest dream? Why is it important to him?

- What obstacles does Budi face in achieving his dream?

- How do Budi’s dreams motivate him to keep going?

- Are there any other characters in the book who have dreams? What are they?

- Does the book show that dreams can come true? Why or why not?

Fairness:

- What situations in the book seem unfair? Why?

- How is Budi treated unfairly? Who is responsible for this?

- Do all characters have the same opportunities in life? Why or why not?

- How does Budi react to unfair situations?

- What does the book teach us about fairness in the real world?

Poverty:

- How does the book show that Budi’s family is struggling with money?

- What are some challenges that Budi faces because of poverty?

- How does poverty affect Budi’s ability to achieve his dreams?

- Are there moments when Budi’s poverty makes him feel different from others?

- What message do you think the book is trying to give about poverty?

Friendship: 

- Who are Budi’s friends? How do they support him?

- How does Budi’s friendship with Rochy help him?

- Are there times when friendship is tested in the story? How do the characters deal with it?

- What does this book teach us about the importance of friendship?

- How do the friendships in the book help the characters deal with challenges?

Which theme seems to be the most important? Share your opinion

After reading

Project "Make a change"

Create a comic strip that tells a story about one of the key social issues from the book e.g.child labor, inequality in sport

Task description

In pairs or small groups of three create a 4-6 panel comic strip that:

Introduces the issue - show a situation where the problem happens.

Explains why it’s important - include a moment in the story that shows why this issue is unfair or dangerous.

Proposes a solution - show how the problem could be fixed.

Task description:

In pairs or small groups of three create a 4-6 panel comic strip that:

1. Introduces the issue - show a situation where the problem happens.

2. Explains why it’s important - include a moment in the story that shows why this issue is unfair or dangerous.

3. Proposes a solution - show how the problem could be fixed.

Guiding questions for your comic story: 

- What is the problem? Who does this problem affect? 

- Where in the world does this problem happen?

- How does the problem impact people’s lives? Can you show emotions, struggles, or unfair treatment?

- What would happen if nothing changes?

- What are some ways to fix or improve the situation? 

- How does your story end? Does the character find hope, take action, or inspire others?

Tips

Use clear drawings and speech bubbles.

Think about how to show emotions and actions.

Make sure your message is easy to understand.

Final assessment 

 Each group will present their comics in the last two lessons on week 8. Explain why you chose this issue and how your story teaches people about it. 

 Final assessment:

Each group will present their comics in the last two lessons on week 8. Explain why you chose this issue and how your story teaches people about it.