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as a whole group. Present 4-5 Trigger Media Examples and have students evaluate them using the likert scale and strategies from Lens 1: Dusting for Fingerprints.

Optional Step 4: Finish the Comic If time remains, have students complete the Finish the Comic handout.

Review “I can” statements and ask students for thumbs up or thumbs down if they think they mastered today’s learning. READER’S ADVISORY, CIRCULATION PROCEDURES, & DISMISSAL

Resource & Discussion Guide

Clovis Keeps His Cool by Katelyn Aronson (E ARO) Clovis used to struggle with his temper, but ever since he took over his late grandmother's china shop, he's been learning how to manage it. He pours tea, listens to soothing music, and always keeps Granny's words in mind: 'Grace, grace, nothing broken to replace.' But when rivals from his football days come to heckle him at the shop, Clovis faces a big challenge that even Granny's words and deep breaths might not be enough for. Discussion prompts: ●​ What strategies is Clovis using to control his temper? What strategies work for you? ●​ What things trigger Clovis the most? What things trigger you? ●​ What do you think the consequence of giving into anger will be? ●​ Have you heard the phrase “like a bull in a china shop”? What do you think people mean when they use that phrase? ●​ Does this book remind you of any other books or movies you know? Which ones and why? Crankenstein by Samantha Berger (E BER) A boy who looks ordinary transforms into grumbling Crankenstein when faced with a rainy day, a melting popsicle, or bedtime, but everything changes when he meets a fellow Crankenstein. Discussion prompts: ●​ What kinds of things made the main character feel cranky? ●​ What are other words for cranky? ●​ What finally makes Crankenstein feel better? ●​ What does empathy mean? ●​ What strategies could Crankenstein use to calm down? ●​ Does this book remind you of any other books or movies you know? Which ones and why?

Ravi’s Roar by Tom Percival (E PER) Tired of missing out on good things because he is the smallest and youngest in his family, Ravi turns into a tiger and gets what he wants with a great roar.

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