About This Book
Kathryn Cave's award-winning picture book, 'Something Else,' tells the poignant story of a creature who is ostracized for being different. Despite his efforts to conform, he just doesn't belong. The narrative takes a powerful turn when another unique creature, 'Something,' seeks his friendship, prompting Something Else to reflect on his own behavior and the pain of exclusion. This gentle, eloquently told story, beautifully illustrated by Chris Riddell, is a profound exploration of individuality, empathy, and the importance of accepting others, as well as ourselves. It's perfect for initiating conversations about tolerance and kindness with children aged 4-11.
A little creature is ostracized depite his attempts to fit in, but his experiences enable him to be accepting of others' differences.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How did Something Else feel when the other creatures didn't want to play with him?
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Why do you think Something Else didn't want to be friends with Something at first?
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What did Something Else realize about himself when he sent Something away?
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What does it mean to be 'different'? Is being different a good thing or a bad thing?
5
How can we show kindness and acceptance to people who are different from us?
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