Bridge to Terabithia - Friendship and Imagination
Analyze how friendships can positively transform personal growth
Understand character development in realistic fiction
Explore biblical principles of friendship and mutual encouragement
“Iron sharpens iron; so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend.”
— Proverbs 27:17 (WEB)Demonstrates how true friendship helps us grow and improve
Discuss how friends can help us become better versions of ourselves. Ask students to share examples of friends who have encouraged them.
Explore how Leslie influences Jess's personal growth in Bridge to Terabithia, highlighting her impact on his confidence, creativity, and perspective.
Students create a visual representation of how Jess changes through his friendship with Leslie
Simpler: Use pre-drawn outline with guidance
Challenge: Include biblical principles of friendship in character map
Reflect on the power of positive friendships and how God can use relationships to help us grow.
Dear God, thank you for giving us friends who help us become more like You. Help us be kind and encouraging to others.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore more about how imagination can be a gift from God
“Iron sharpens iron; so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend.”
— Proverbs 27:17 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Partner verse memorization with hand motions
Students are exploring character development through friendship in literature
Understanding nuanced character changes in literature
Ability to identify personal growth and transformation