Parent Guide > The World in Flames
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "The World in Flames" by Jared Levy.
In "The World in Flames," a couple is stranded on an island when a fire engulfs Sydney, Australia.As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Loneliness & Isolation and Resilience & Success as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"What does it mean to feel alone?" and "How does a person overcome adversity?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this short story at home:
- What was "The World in Flames" about?
- What did you learn about Loneliness & Isolation?
- What did you learn about Resilience & Success?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: