The Jacket
Author Andrew Clements Illustrator McDavid Henderson
Publisher Aladdin 2003
This title fits these anti-bias criteria
This book fits these categories
Y
Classification Beginner Chapter Book
Acceptable grade levels Elementary - 3rd and up
Concepts/ Topics covered in book:
Phil, a white sixth grader, sees a student at his school wearing his brother's jacket. He accuses Daniel, who is black, of stealing it. This incident leads Phil and Daniel on a voyage of discovery as Phil learns how misconceptions and stereotypes about people of different races are wrong and hurtful. Booklist says, "An excellent story to open honest group discussion."
Guiding Questions/Activities
Before reading:
What would you do if you thought someone stole something from you?
During reading:
How do you think David feels when he is accused of stealing the jacket?
What would you do if someone accused you of stealing something and you were innocent?
Are there neighborhoods you have never visited?
Do you think
After reading:
What has Phil learned from his experience?
What have you learned from this book?
About the Author
Andrew Clements is the best selling author of Fribbles
Visit Andrew Clements website at http://www.andrewclements.com/