Hope, Freedom, and Resolution in Ivan
Analyze how Ivan uses art to communicate his message
Understand the power of creative problem-solving
Recognize how hope can lead to positive change
“For I know the plans I have for you, says Yahweh, plans for peace, and not for evil, to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB)Just as God has a plan for our lives, Ivan finds a way to create hope for himself and Ruby through creativity and determination
Gather students and review previous reading of Ivan. Ask students to share what they remember about Ivan's art and his hopes.
Explore how Ivan uses his artistic skills to create a plan for freedom, highlighting his creativity and hope
Students create a drawing that shows a hope or dream they have, using symbols and colors to represent their feelings
Simpler: Draw one simple symbol of hope
Challenge: Create a multi-part drawing showing steps to achieve a hope
Share drawings and discuss how hope and creativity can help us overcome challenges
Dear God, thank you for giving us hope and creativity. Help us to use our gifts to make the world better, just like Ivan used his art to help Ruby.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore more about hope in Ivan's story
“For I know the plans I have for you, says Yahweh, plans for peace, and not for evil, to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Hand motions: Point to head (know), make peace sign, draw a future path with hand
Today's lesson focuses on how creativity and hope can lead to positive change
Some children might feel shy about sharing their drawings
Understanding of how creativity can solve problems