a big idea, topic or message that appears in a story

the different aspects that make up who we are

the feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction as a result of one's own achievements or qualities

Engaging with key themes in 'The Proudest Blue'

English

In The Proudest Blue’, children will learn about the text's author. In ’Atinuke and other authors’, children will learn about a wider range of authors. 

In 'Planet in a Pickle Jar', pupils explored a range of descriptive vocabulary and engaged with the story written from a child's perspective. In this unit, pupils will further develop their vocabulary and engage with themes of identity and belonging explored in this text.

'The Proudest Blue': reading and writing

Discriminatory behaviour or images, whether on the grounds of race, gender, disability, religion or belief or sexual orientation, or otherwise.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Which of the following are key themes in 'The Proudest Blue'?

the feeling of deep pleasure as a result of one's own qualities

ways in which people or things are not similar

Match the vocabulary to the correct definition.

True or False? Personal identity is determined by one aspect of a person's life.

True or false? There is one way of being 'normal'.

show interest in what is important to others

How can you support others in feeling proud of their identity?

What challenges do Faiza and Asiya face in 'The Proudest Blue'?

They view the hijab as normal and remain proud of it.

How do Faiza and Asiya respond to people treating them differently?

To show its normality, strength and beauty.

Why does the author compare Asiya's hijab to the skies and the sea?

Discuss the story with others to hear different perspectives.

How can we uncover the deeper meaning of a story?

True or false? Everyone will have the same opinions and perspective on a story.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Adult supervision recommended

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