Discussion Questions
- What does “standing tall” mean for JoJo?
- How can friends make room for someone who feels different?
- What is one brave thing JoJo tries?
- How can we help someone feel included?
Teacher and Classroom Resources
Classroom resources for the JoJo Stands Tall series
Use JoJo’s stories to support conversations about friendship, confidence, inclusion, moving, courage, and belonging.
SEL Themes
- Self-worth
- Resilience
- Empathy
- Friendship
- Belonging
- Trying again after disappointment
Classroom Activities
- Create a “Stand Tall” affirmation poster.
- Draw a friendship herd map.
- Write a letter to JoJo.
- Color a JoJo printable and write one brave sentence.
Mini lesson idea: Real friends make room
Read one JoJo chapter or picture-book section. Ask students to name one moment where someone makes JoJo feel seen. Then invite students to write or draw one way they can make room for someone else.
Use Coloring Pages with This Lesson