choices. Be sure to elicit and encourage student and parent participation, consistently reinforcing the value being addressed. But when Lilly brings her purple plastic purse and its treasures to school and can���t wait until sharing time, Mr. Slinger confiscates her prized possessions. Goldie decides to forgive her When Mr. Slinger makes her stop, she gets angry and retaliates. Request friendship, but the scenarios can be used to discuss What do you think Lilly is going to write about and draw while she is in the Lightbulb Attach a strand of purple beads or a pipe cleaner for the handle on each side. Get honest and tell the truth, I feel badly about lying What happens next speaks to issues of repentance and forgiveness in ways young children can readily connect with. Temple Beth Am, Jupiter, Florida and Temple Beth Am, Miami, Florida, Copyright © 2019 The Rosenfeld Foundation. you feel sorry for those actions. Explain that you will be reading the story Lilly’s Purple Do you Lilly���s Purple Plastic Purse: Responding to Literature. Print. Lilly's fury leads to revenge and then to remorse and she sets out to make amends. Why did Lilly put herself in the uncooperative chair? a reminder to teachers and parents that when the adults in a child’s life misspeak or Children may say that because Lilly says “I’m sorry” she has appropriately apologized. Do we then believe that there are some scenarios in which authority is simply accepted, such as in the classroom? values be sorry—t’shuvah and forgive—s’lichah. something that they weren’t very proud of?” Have the students share a few In fact, Lilly loves everything! Create something new using one or more of the P objects. repentance—. still angry? mistake. Why did Mr. Slinger finally take away Lilly’s beautiful purple plastic purse? The following It plays music when she opens it. Read along with me.Explore new books every week.Henkes, Kevin. hardest words to say, even to those you love. -Solomon Schimmel, Wounds Not Healed by Time: The Power of Repentance and How have you apologized or tried to “make things better” after doing something depicts situations in which children commonly Words contain much power and can be harmful and Send the purses home with the students along with a note to the parents with a 1. Lilly ignores these instructions, and Mr. Sling takes her purse away for the day. Book Summary: Lilly the mouse loves everything about school, especially her teacher, Mr. Slinger. might do differently next time, and how they can “make amends.” (Suggest ideas Is personal reflection necessary for apology? Original questions and guidelines for philosophical discussion by Nora Brown and Ammar Babar. Is it Lilly’s time in the uncooperative chair and consequential self-reflection that makes this an adequate apology? Here I had my students write ��� Goldie is mad that her baby brother, Nicholas, Political philosophy deals with why and how a government has authority and how they are to exercise it. Oftentimes, in order for authority to be legitimate, the authority figure needs the consent of the people over whom he has authority. Lilly’s eagerness to show off her purple plastic purse made her act inconsiderately to the wishes of the rest of the students in the classroom. Add behaviors to the chart that are suggested by the song and from However, while sitting Did they still feel better? of purple construction paper, and then cut it out. Fantasy (fiction), Trade Book, Lexile 540 . Even though Judaism encourages us to forgive others, This book is full of wrongdoings and humorously We need to show respect for others by using kind words, not interrupting, and waiting our turn. Mr. Slinger is a good role model. and she had to stop making mean pictures. What’s important about the process of t’shuvah is our he or she can go to think about what happened before demanding an immediate Uh-oh, uh-oh, my friend is starting to cry Or have Lilly’s parents consented for her to be subject to this authority? Today we���re going to continue reading ���Lilly���s Purple Plastic Purse. (Discuss the fact that Lilly was doing I use the book theme in my centers and can daily touch upon a variety of Early Childhood Domains which makes assessing the children easy and individualized. that the students are learning about the Jewish value of kavod, respect, and that Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse is a tale that emphasizes the importance of being considerate, apologizing when in the wrong, and forgiving others when they apologize. Is accepting an apology the same thing as forgiving? What might happen to cause you to feel this way? Introducing the Story: a purple purse with sparkly sunglasses, a glittery chain to of t’shuvah has four steps: (1) admitting that you have done wrong and committing 2. Find tips for leading a philosophical discussion on our Resources page. Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse (1996) Wemberly Worried ��� ALA Notable Children's Book 2000, Parenting Magazine ��� Reading Magic Award 2000, Publishers Weekly Best Children's Books 2001, School Library Journal Best Children's Books 2001; Lilly's Big Day (2006) ��� Charlotte Zolotow Commendation; A Box of Treats (2004) Julius' Candy Corn can be mixed to make purple. The story is simple enough--Lilly loves school. her purple purse (the student may also use photos of an item instead) and bring In all of Kevin Henkes���s books that feature these mice characters there is a theme, which provides a real-life connection with lessons that most young children learn as they grow. someone? Have the students trace it on the fold of a piece to someone, we need to make things better by apologizing and trying to fix the situation. CHORUS. Does it matter which of these things she believed as long as she apologized? apology. express negative emotions such as frustration and asking the person you wronged, and G-d, to forgive you; and (4) finding your own When Lilly grows up, she wants to be just like her favorite teacher, Mr. Slinger. I knocked something over, wasn’t looking where I played One day Lilly brings a new purple plastic purse, movie star sunglasses and three shiny quarters to school. more sophisticated than others, so select carefully.). This opens up an interesting road of discussion about the role, exercise, and legitimacy of authority in the classroom environment and beyond. why not? When the child says, “I’m sorry,” ask what he or she is sorry for. Also ask, “What can you do to fix this mistake?” Suggest that parents talk with their Is it her apology that allows her to be forgiven? See more ideas about lilly's purple plastic purse, henkes, kevin henkes. This FREEBIE includes 5 lesson plans, complete with student response activities and a craft! It takes courage to admit when we are wrong. Most accept that Mr. Slinger has the authority to tell Lilly what to do or how to act, but why does the reader accept this? Why, then, does Mr. Slinger have legitimate authority and not the student? Ask questions such as: Who is the main character in this story? Name of Book: Lilly ���s Purple Plastic Purse Author: Kevin Henkes Illustrator: Kevin Henkes Publisher: Greenwillow Books ISBN: 978-0688128975 Audience: The intended audience for this book is ages 4-8, but it may easily be used in a multi-age children���s classroom, or in an intergenerational setting, due to its humor and universal themes. So then what is it that makes Mr. Slinger’s act one of forgiveness? • Why did Lilly make such a mean drawing of Mr. Slinger when she used to like him so picture that Lilly drew of him? hold them, and three shiny quarters. open. empathetic and forgiving is for us to model these attitudes and behaviors for them.” the item and explaining why it means so much to him or her. How Is there a difference? Day 1 Invite students to listen to the story Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse by Kevin Henkens. materials needed to make individual “movie-star” sunglasses for each student. G-d. Our goal with t’shuvah, then, is getting back on the path toward becoming the times—a real tongue twister! Can you think of a time you had the power to make someone do something, but you weren’t in charge of that person? Introduction of the text(s): 1. Lilly the mouse loves everything about school, especially her teacher, Mr. Slinger. Be Inclusive—Don’t Place a Stumbling Block, Exploring Jewish Values through Children's Literature Early Childhood Edition, Tumford the Terrible teaches Be Sorry and Forgive, The Hardest Word Explores Being Sorry and Forgiveness (From PJ Library), It's The Birthday Of The World by Lisa Baydush, The Juice Box Bully: Empowering Kids to Stand Up for Others, What A Way to Start A Year! What did you do or say? Mr. Slinger’s supposed forgiveness of Lilly is very important, because it brings up issues of when forgiveness is necessary and what exactly constitutes forgiveness. It's Story Time with Michele! Inside she has placed her movie star glasses and three quarters. When he accidentally The student does not have authority over Lilly, even though his reason for taking away the bag might be the same as Mr. Slinger’s. a “WOW” teacher? How do you think Mr. Slinger felt when he opened his book bag and found the mean as returning to friendship with the person we hurt and returning to a closeness with Can you forgive someone without saying “I forgive you”? Does her motive matter? Observe students “making things better” if they have been unkind or disrespectful. Uh-oh, uh-oh, I said words not true One day Lilly comes to school with a new pair of movie-star sunglasses, three shiny quarters, and best of all, a purple plastic purse. She is very excited to share it at school with her beloved teacher and classmates. When the situation arises, guide students not only to apologize for something they Based on Kevin Henkes's best-selling books Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse; Julius, the Baby of the World and Chester's Way. Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse by Kevin Henkes A smaller theme is this book is that people need good role models. She “hates” her brother. (See Literacy Activity above.). Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse Summary. How did Lilly’s feelings change after she read the letter from Mr. Slinger? I’ll try not to do that again She couldn't wait to show everyone at school. See more ideas about Lilly's purple plastic purse, Lillies, Mini units. I recently came across a copy of Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse in one of my mentor text tubs and realized that even though it seemed very familiar (who doesn't know Lilly) I have never read it. Teach “I’m Sorry.” The Ziz, a clumsy but good-hearted bird of folklore, Are there some things that can never be forgiven? say what they liked about the presentation. teach children to apologize sincerely. Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse ISBN: 0-688-12897-1 by Kevin Henkes Lilly the mouse adores her teacher Mr. Slinger - until he takes away the purple plastic purse she was proudly showing off to her class. From there, we see how Lilly’s emotions change from being furious, causing her to act rashly, to her harboring guilt when Mr. Slinger explains the situation to her. Is it forgiveness? However, is this apology sufficient? But when Lilly brings her purple plastic purse to school and can't wait until sharing time to show off the purse and her movie star sunglasses, her teacher, Mr. Slinger, has to take away her prized possessions. most inappropriate behaviors (such as hitting or name calling) even further from Jan 7, 2017 - Explore Sonja Mohr-Denison's board "Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse" on Pinterest. If one were to be knocked on the head and therefore forced to forget an incident, our intuition is that this is not forgiveness. her new glasses, help students feel Lilly’s excitement by giving each a pair of “moviestar” destroys a vegetable garden, he flies to Mount Sinai Explain that this is a book about Lilly, a little mouse who has a purple plastic purse. down, or drawing an apology picture. Plastic Purse. She is so eager to show off her prized possessions to her classmates that she has a hard time listening, being considerate of others, and waiting until the appropriate time to share. In 2019, the Prindle Institute partrnered with Thomas Wartenberg and became the digital home of his Teaching Children Philosophy discussion guides. One day Lilly comes to school with a new pair of movie-star sunglasses, three shiny quarters, and best of all, a purple plastic purse. Furthermore, there is a difference between Mr. Slinger taking Lilly’s purse away and a student demanding the same thing. he or she is sorry for. (Note: Some situations are When the child is ready to apologize, have him or her acknowledge what Would there ever be a situation in which the student had authority? summary of Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse and directions for home involvement. The book’s activities and discussion starters What is the best apology you ever received? Did Lilly truly believe she did something wrong, or did she just want to repair her relationship with Mr. Slinger, or did she simply think apologizing was the correct thing to do? us that if we were to sincerely apologize to those whom we harmed three times, we hold them, and three quarters, Reading the Story: “movie-star” or sparkly sunglasses for each student (very This lesson can also serve as ���She thought and she thought and she thought a bit longer. If Lilly really, really wanted to show off her purple plastic purse, should Mr. Slinger have let her? did you feel afterward? Would it have been okay if another student had taken away Lilly’s purse instead of Mr. Slinger? Have them paint their own purple purses. the act of being forgiven comes primarily from the our willingness and commitment Lilly loves everything about school, especially her cool teacher, Mr. Slinger. She apologizes the following day and makes up with Mr. Slinger. would you do if you were Mr. Slinger? Lab? But when Lilly brings her purple plastic purse and its treasures to school and can't wait until sharing time, Mr. Slinger confiscates her prized possessions. Can you forgive someone if they don’t know that they’ve done something wrong? Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes. Show the cover of the book. Vocabulary & Phrases Cards 3. Lilly���s Purple Plastic Purse reading comprehension lesson plans for K-2! Before we start, I���d like you to turn and talk with your partner about everything you remember from yesterday.��� 2. But we do not see Lilly consenting to Mr. Slinger as an authority figure. 2961 W County Road 225 S to not transgress again. **Download the preview to see what is included. Lily loves everything about school, especially her teacher, Mr. Slinger. Lilly becomes furious. It was an accident but I know what I must say The question set for this part of the discussion focuses on the existence and justification of authority. Was she we are willing to change so that it will never happen again. The ideas included are offered as starting points as you and your students explore, discover and live the lessons. So this week we were working on Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse by Kevin Henkes. items that he or she chose and explain why the item means so much to him or her. student suggestions after singing the song. When Lilly grows up, she wants to be just like her favorite teacher, Mr. Slinger. questions can help facilitate your classroom discussion: Revisit key themes from the story and discuss the following: “But repentance, prayer, and charity temper judgment’s severe decree.” -High Comprehension story questions: cards and recording sheet are included 2. And judging by the situation she finds herself in, I'd say she's in kindergarten or first grade. Lilly���s fury leads to revenge and ��� I hope you enjoy reading along with me. Lilly loves school, idolizes her teacher, Mr. Slinger, and adores her brand new, purple plastic purse. 1. Aug 3, 2017 - Explore Patricia Malina's board "Lily's Purple Plastic Purse" on Pinterest. 3. rule. He makes learning fun. Most children will agree that Mr. Slinger forgave Lilly, but it is important to note that he never explicitly says “I forgive you,” nor does he explain what it means that he forgives Lilly or how their relationship will proceed. the mark.” Illustrate common behaviors that are correct (on the mark) and incorrect Discuss the fact that Lily did more than say, “I’m sorry.” In order to be truly sorry, What would have happened had Lilly not apologized to Mr. Slinger? Afterwards engage students in a story discussion. the bullseye. In fact, Lilly loves everything! See more ideas about lilly's purple plastic purse, author studies, henkes. Was Mr. Slinger right to tell Lilly she needed to wait? For example, saying sorry, giving a hug, fixing a block building that was knocked When Lilly brings her new purple plastic purse to school, she's itching to show it off, but Mr. Sling tells her (repeatedly) that she'll have to wait until later. Children learn how to use positive words to say that a person has done something wrong is chet, which literally means “missed When you get to the section where Lilly takes her new purse to school and is wearing "Excellent choice", says Lilly. Moreover, the goal of forgiveness is not necessarily a return to the previous state of a relationship. Have you ever apologized to someone but you didn’t really mean it? This book presents a life lesson that all parents But so can bullies. Reading is Succeeding. Edited June 2020 by The Janet Prindle Institute for Ethics. Must Lilly be forgiven for her small act of wrongdoing? Does Mr. Slinger need someone’s permission to have authority over his students? Lilly���s Purple Plastic Purse is such a fun book for kindergarten and first grade. New York: Greenwillow Books, 1996. This book by Kevin Henkes gives you an opportunity to reinforce classroom expectations while falling in love another one of his characters!. A mistake is Uh-oh, uh-oh, I must confess I have been reading Kevin Henkes��� books ever since I was small, so it was a great day for me in discovering an old favorite of mine when I was small. Is Mr. Slinger having authority the same as your parents having authority? Ask that they help their child describe the However, in this story the theme is well developed and apparent. If he forgave her, what made this an act of forgiveness? What things did Lilly and her family do to apologize to Mr. Slinger? Document these behaviors in student portfolios. listeners. do things that hurt others. Lilly's mean-spirited retaliation to such injustice soon makes her miserable. Create purple purses. Asking children simply to say, “I’m sorry” doesn’t always translate into making better turn.” When we have done something wrong, we need to turn to the other direction Lilly loves everything about school, especially her cool teacher, Mr. Slinger. Lilly has a tough time when her favorite teacher, Mr. Slinger, takes away her new purse. Is having the power to make someone do something the same thing as being in charge of that person? Probably the best way to socialize our children to be What is a role model? Here are some of the prediction responses that were collected from the first day of reading this book. Read the story aloud, stopping when appropriate to explore illustrations, address awareness of our actions and our desire to grow from our mistakes. What are the components of a good apology? that the parents help their child choose three “prized possessions” to put in his or Rather, it is thought to be a reconciliation and creation of a new, stronger relationship and the new basis of forgiveness. A role model is somebody whose good qualities serve as an example for others to follow.