A simple act of kindness can transform an invisible boy into a friend! Meet Brian, the invisible boy. Nobody in class ever seems to notice him or think to include him in their group, game, or birthday party . . . until, that is, a new kid comes to class. When Justin, the new boy, arrives, Brian is the first to make him feel welcome. And when Brian and Justin team up to work on a class project together, Brian finds a way to shine.
Discussion Questions
- What are some ways Brian felt invisible?
- How do you think Brian feels if he thinks he’s invisible to others?
- Was it a fair way to choose players for the kickball team? Is there a way the teams could have been chosen that better includes everyone?
- Did Madison and her friends purposely try to hurt Brian with their conversation?
- What did Brian do to make himself visible to Justin?
- How did Justin help Brian become visible?
- Have you ever felt left out or invisible? What would have helped you to fit in or feel visible?
- How could you help someone who might feel invisible?
Activities
- Gather your class or your family together and sit in a circle. Give these prompts:
- Stand up if you’ve ever felt invisible
- Stand up if you’ve ever felt lonely
- Stand up if there was a time you didn’t have anyone to play with
- Stand up if you ever felt left out
- Stand up if you have ever left someone else out
- After, ask “what did you notice? What did you see?” The goal is for student to acknowledge that we’ve all felt left out — probably many times.
- Brainstorm together what you can do to make sure no one in your class or family feels left out
The students made such good connections to this story! They had wonderful suggestions on how to include others.