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Kyle's Red Shoes
Kyle's Red Shoes
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Country: Grenada
Ages: 5–8
Author: Lexan Fletcher
Publisher: Room to Read
Illustrator: Petra Fafina Patrice
Story Source: Literacy Cloud

About The Story

Kyle has a pair of red shoes that make him feel like a superhero. He runs fast, jumps high, and never wants to take them off. But when a nearby island is hit by a devastating hurricane, everyone begins collecting things to send to the people affected. Now Kyle is faced with a big question—what can he give? This touching story explores empathy, generosity, and the difficult but meaningful act of giving something precious to help someone.

Themes

Community
SEL

Sub Themes

Belongingy
caring & sharing
natural disasters

Parent-Teacher Guide

Learning Outcome

  • Reflect on the value of giving and selflessness
  • Understand how natural disasters impact others’ lives
  • Build empathy for others going through difficult times
  • Appreciate the importance of community action and support

Lesson Plan

  • This lesson nurtures empathy, community consciousness, and generosity in children, using Kyle’s shoes as a metaphor for emotional choices.

Activities

  • Kindness Circle: Each child shares one thing they’d be willing to give to someone in need.
  • Draw & Tell: Illustrate something precious and write why it’s meaningful.
  • Community Care Box: Create a classroom “donation” box for gently used items to donate locally

Story Discussion Guide

Before reading

  • Do you have a favorite thing that’s special to you? Would you be willing to part with it?
  • What do you think happens when a hurricane hits a place?
  • Have you ever helped someone in need?

During reading

  • Pause when Kyle hears about the island—ask: What would you feel in his place?
  • Ask: Why are his red shoes important to him?

After reading

  • What made Kyle think about giving his shoes?
  • How did he feel before and after deciding?
  • What does this story teach us about giving?
  • What would you have done in Kyle’s place?

Applicable Sustainable Development Goals

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

Encourages equity and empathy through shared human experience.

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

Highlights how communities respond to disasters with care and resilience.

SDG 13: Climate Action

Builds awareness of climate events like hurricanes and their human impact.

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