Song Lee and the I Hate You Notes
#4 in Song Lee Series
What’s inside...
When Song Lee, the nicest person in Room 2B, starts receiving nasty notes, everyone in the classroom is shocked. In response, Song Lee devises an imaginative plan to teach the sender of the notes a memorable lesson.
Discussion points
How did Song Lee feel when she received the 'I Hate You' notes, and what would you do if you were in her shoes?
Why do you think some characters in the book chose to express themselves through notes? Can you think of other ways they might have shared their feelings?
What are some ways Song Lee and her friends could resolve their misunderstandings without hurting each other's feelings?
How did the teacher handle the situation with the notes? What would you do if you were the teacher?
What did you learn about friendship and communication from this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child to put themselves in Song Lee's shoes. Foster an open dialogue about the importance of expressing feelings constructively. Discuss the role of a teacher or adult in handling conflicts, and explore alternative resolution strategies together. Highlight the book’s lessons on friendship and the impact of our words on others.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding emotions
Explanation: Song Lee deals with receiving an upsetting note, which showcases how she navigates her feelings of sadness and confusion.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to identify and express their emotions constructively in situations where they feel hurt or misunderstood.
Example Lesson: Importance of communication
Explanation: The characters in the book learn to resolve their conflicts by talking openly about their feelings and misunderstandings.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to discuss their problems and seek understanding from peers before jumping to conclusions.
Example Lesson: Empathy and kindness
Explanation: Song Lee empathizes with her classmates, even those who initially upset her, demonstrating forgiveness and compassion.
Real-World Application: Children are taught to empathize with others' feelings and viewpoints, fostering a more inclusive and supportive peer environment.
Example Lesson: Consequences of actions
Explanation: The story illustrates how the actions of characters impact others, highlighting both positive and negative outcomes.
Real-World Application: It teaches children to consider the consequences their actions may have on others, encouraging responsible behavior.