Welcome to Diverse Dives! Diverse Dives are book focused extensions that highlight different areas of social emotional learning. Scroll down to see the currently released studies! Upcoming dives are featured here:
The first Diverse Dive created is A Boy Called Bat by Elana K. Arnold. This early middle grade book study features an autistic 3rd grader who is excited to discover his veterinarian mother has a skunk kit that needs some extra care. This study explores the mixed emotions Bat feels throughout the story, as well as exploring a wildlife rehabilitation center, art ideas, and discussion questions throughout. You can find that study, here:
Introducing, A Day With No Words by Tiffany Hammond! This book study is perfect for K-3 as it explores alternative communication and sensory differences. Connect with the story through hands on activities, book extensions, and art ideas to describe your own unique voice as well! You can find this study, here:
Explore diversity in nature and in a classroom with Together a Forest by Roz MacLean. This book study is perfect for K-3, exploring diversity in nature and society around us, showcasing sensory supports as well as visible and invisible disabilities. Connect with the story using discussions, nature activities, and different caregiver resources!
The newest Diverse Dives is a graphic novel! How to Talk to Your Succulent by Zoe Persico explores emotions that happen through grief after loss. This beautifully illustrated graphic novel is best for ages 9 and up, and heavily deals with emotions throughout. Explore grounding exercises, emotional intelligence, and loads of discussion questions throughout to connect to grief and plants alike! You can read more about it and find this study, here:
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