Questions After Reading “A Tale of Stolen Toys”

Recall Questions

  • What do the characters in the story, the Others and the Supporters, do?
  • How does Gili manage to take control despite facing no obstacles at first?
  • How does Gili sustain the occupation for such a long time?
  • At first, who does the media and news channels support?
  • What do the teachers say on media channels?
  • What strategy did the Others develop to reclaim their rights and toys?
  • According to the story, who are the people that are never defeated?

Thought Questions Based on the Story

  • What do you think about human rights? What does it mean to you?
  • What actions do you think we should take when people are treated unfairly? What messages can we deliver?
  • How do you believe we should treat each other and show respect for each other’s belongings?
  • When do you think Gili realized his mistake? What clues led you to that conclusion?
  • Which part of the story resonated with you the most, and why?
  • How do you think we could better support Hind and the Others?
  • Have you ever been treated unfairly by an adult when you were in the right? Were you able to explain yourself afterward?
  • What do you think is the best course of action when someone is treated unfairly?
  • Do you think teachers and adults can make mistakes? How is this shown in the story?
  • When people shouted, “United people will never be defeated!” during the protests, what do you think we need to do to unite for a common cause?

Emotion Questions Based on the Story

  • How do you think Hind felt when Gili took her toys without permission? Have you ever experienced something similar? How did it make you feel?
  • Imagine you have a very special and beautiful playground. What would you feel if someone in your group imposed a rule that the playground was under their control and told you that you could never play there again?
  • Why do you think being a Gilite becomes so embarrassing?

Expression Questions Based on the Story

  • Do you know the colors of Palestine? Shall we paint a white T-shirt using those colors or draw a picture?
  • What would your slogan be if you were in a protest?
  • Have you ever participated in a protest? What did you observe there?
  • Do you know any chants related to Palestine?

Recall Questions Thought Questions Based on the Story Emotion Questions Based on the Story Expression Questions Based on the Story