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Look Out, Luthando!
Look Out, Luthando!
Average Rating: 4.0
Country: South Africa
Ages: 5-8
Author: Sue Boucher
Publisher: Book Dash
Illustrator: Hylton Warburton

About The Story

Luthando is a curious and active child who loves exploring the world with his sharp hearing and keen sense of smell. But there’s just one problem—he doesn’t seem to notice things right in front of him! He walks into puddles, bumps into walls, and even knocks over a friend’s carefully built tower. What could be the issue? This story gently introduces children to the importance of eye health, observation, and the need to speak up if something doesn’t feel quite right. It also encourages empathy for children who may experience vision challenges.

Themes

Inclusion & Disability
Health & Wellbeing

Sub Themes

Observation
Self-awareness
Empathy

Parent-Teacher Guide

Learning Outcome

  • Understand that some people may need glasses or help to see clearly
  • Recognize the importance of speaking up when something feels difficult
  • Learn to be more observant and mindful of their surroundings
  • Develop empathy toward children with different physical or sensory needs
  • Become aware of how vision, hearing, and smell all help us make sense of the world

Lesson Plan

  • This lesson helps children explore how their senses work and how differences in vision can impact daily experiences.
  • It includes fun comparisons, a senses game, and a discussion about seeking help when needed.

Activities

  • Senses Exploration Game: Blindfolded children guess objects using smell, touch, and hearing.
  • “Draw Your Day” With Glasses: Have students draw a comic of what they think Luthando’s day looked like before and after getting help.
  • Empathy Circle: Students share one way they can help classmates who may have a physical disability.

Story Discussion Guide

Before reading

  • Can you name the five senses? Which do you think you use the most?
  • What might happen if you couldn't see very well?

During reading

  • Pause to ask: What do you think is happening to Luthando? Why is he bumping into things?
  • Let children guess what the "problem" might be.
  • Ask: What would you do if you were Luthando

After reading

  • Why was Luthando bumping into things?
  • How do our senses help us in daily life?
  • What do you think Luthando should do next?
  • How can we help friends who may not see or hear well?

Applicable Sustainable Development Goals

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being

The story promotes awareness around vision and the importance of getting help for health concerns.

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

It fosters empathy and inclusion by normalizing that some children might need support for physical differences like poor eyesight.

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