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Discussion Topic

Closely examine these two boys and answer the questions that follow.

  • Quickly scan the photo. What do you notice first?
  • Who are these boys?
  • Where are they?
  • What are they doing?

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What do you think the boys might be thinking? Create a short speech or thought bubble that represents what one of the boys may be thinking.

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