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What challenges has Ian faced so far, and how do you think he is feeling? How do the filmmakers show his emotions without using words?

1. What is the central message of the short film Ian? (RI.4.2)

• A) People with disabilities should play separately from others.

• B) Friendship and inclusion can overcome challenges.

• C) It is best to ignore bullies.

• D) Ian should have stayed home to avoid getting hurt.

How does Ian’s character change from the beginning to the end of the film? (RL.4.3)

• A) He starts off confident and remains unchanged.

• B) He feels discouraged but eventually finds acceptance.

• C) He is mean at first but later becomes kind.

• D) He decides to leave the playground forever.

How do the other children treat Ian at first, and how do their actions change by the end? (RL.4.3)

• A) They welcome him right away and help him play.

• B) They ignore him at first but eventually become his friends.

• C) They tease and exclude him, but later realize he belongs with them.

• D) They never change their minds about Ian.

TRUE or FALSE?

What challenges does Ian face, and how do they help develop the film’s main idea? (RI.4.2, RL.4.3)

He struggles to communicate and move around, showing that inclusion is important.

Is the answer A? OR B?

R.A.C.E. Question:

How do Ian’s challenges in the film help develop the main idea of inclusion? Use evidence from the film to support your answer. Choose the correct R.A.C.E. response.

-->Inclusion means ensuring everyone feels welcome and valued, no matter their differences. It means including everyone in activities, friendships, and opportunities so no one feels left out. 😊

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• A. Restate: Ian’s challenges in the film help develop the main idea of inclusion by showing how he struggles but never gives up.

  Answer: At the beginning of the film, Ian tries to join the other children on the playground, but they exclude him and make it difficult for him to participate.

  Cite: For example, Ian is repeatedly pushed away and falls apart, symbolizing how hard it is for him to be included. Even though he faces many obstacles, he continues to try to connect with the other kids.

  Explain: This shows that inclusion is important because, in the end, the children realize that Ian deserves to play just like they do. By overcoming challenges together, they learn to accept him, which supports the film’s message that everyone should be included.

• B....Restate: Ian’s challenges in the film help develop the main idea of inclusion because he wants to play with the other kids.

  Answer: At the beginning of the film, Ian is at the playground and tries to have fun.

  Cite: He moves around and watches the other kids, but they don’t play with him right away.

  Explain: This shows that Ian is just different, and sometimes kids play in separate ways.