Invisible Boy Inclusion Slides
Grade 1 • Community & Kindness
The Invisible Boy
The Invisible Boy
How Small Acts of Kindness Bring Color to Our World
Exploring inclusion, belonging, and how we can make everyone feel seen and welcomed.
Today's Big Question: How can we help every classmate feel included?
Let's Explore Together
Meet Brian
Story Spotlight
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At the Start of the Story...
- Brian is drawn in quiet gray lines.
- Nobody chooses him for kickball at recess.
- Nobody sits near him at lunchtime.
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Inside Brian's Heart
- He loves drawing superheroes and magical dragons!
- He has a kind heart and great imagination.
- He simply wishes someone would say hello.
Think Aloud: What does it feel like when nobody notices you?
What Does "Invisible" Mean?
Understanding Feelings
Left Out
Standing by the swings when games start and no one invites you to join.
Unheard
Having thoughts and stories to share, but others are too busy or noisy to listen.
Wishing for a Friend
Looking for a friendly face who says, "Hey, come sit with me!"
Brian is not really magic—he just feels overlooked!
We Can Change That!
The Spark: Justin Arrives
Story Turning Point
In the Lunchroom
Justin Eats Bulgogi
Justin is new to the school. Some kids point and make fun of his Korean lunch.
How would you feel if someone made fun of your favorite lunch?
Brian's Kind Choice
A Note with a Drawing
Brian writes a note: "Yum! That looks delicious!" with a cool drawing.
Brian made Justin feel safe, seen, and welcomed!
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It only takes one kind action or word to stand up for someone!
The Magic of Color
Art Metaphor
Gray & Silent
When nobody speaks to Brian, his world is drawn in black and white pencil.
Feels like:
Lonely • Hidden • Cold • Quiet
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Vibrant & Warm
When Justin and Emilio invite Brian to work together, colors bloom everywhere!
Feels like:
Valued • Happy • Included • Celebrated
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"Friendship gave Brian his colors back!"
How Can We Make Others Feel Seen?
Our Action Plan
1. Invite In
See someone standing alone at recess or PE?
Say this:
"Want to play with us?"
2. Say Hello
Look people in the eye in the morning hallway.
Say this:
"Good morning! I'm glad you're here!"
3. Share & Compliment
Notice something special a classmate made or did.
Say this:
"I love your drawing!"
Which one will you try today? Every Small Act Counts!
Turn and Talk with a Partner
Knee-to-Knee, Eye-to-Eye
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Sentence Starter:
"Today at recess, I can help someone feel included by ________________________."
Partner 1 Shares
Partner 2 listens carefully with eyes & heart.
Switch Roles!
Partner 2 shares their kind idea.
2 Minutes of Partner Talk
Ready, Set, Talk!
Our Class Kindness Promise
Together As One
Repeat Together:
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"We SEE you."
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"We WELCOME you."
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"In our classroom, NO ONE is invisible!"
You have the superpower to make someone's day brighter!