Ruby's Wish by Shirin Yim
Ruby lives with her grandfather who “did what rich men did in old China: he married many wives.” A tutor teaches his 100 grandchildren but Ruby is the only girl who wishes to continue her education rather than marry.Â
Teaching Resources: Ruby's Wish
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- British Council: Chinese New Year lesson
- British Council:Â How to approach teaching gender equality to boys and girls
- Chronicle Books: Ruby’s Wish Teacher’s Guide
- Equality and Human Rights Commission:Â Explore a wide range of jobs that challenge preconceptions
- Read Works Classic: Analyzing Character Conflict Caused by the Plot
- Read Works Classic: Predicting a Solution to a Problem
- Scottish Government: Gender Equality – A Toolkit for Education Staff
- Sophie Blackall Official Website
- Teaching Children Philosophy: Guidelines for Philosophical Discussion
- Take a look inside
Books by Shirin Yim & Sophie Blackall
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