Thursday, March 14, 2024

The Hero Next Door by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich (Editor) Book review and teacher resources for novel study


The Hero Next Door is a captivating anthology that celebrates everyday heroes in extraordinary situations. Featuring a diverse collection of stories, each tale unfolds with a unique perspective on courage, resilience, and sacrifice. From heartwarming acts of kindness to thrilling rescues, the anthology paints a mosaic of inspiring narratives.

The authors skillfully navigate various genres, ensuring a dynamic and engaging reading experience. The characters, drawn from all walks of life, resonate with authenticity, making it easy for readers to connect emotionally. Whether exploring the depths of human compassion or the triumph of the human spirit, The Hero Next Door beautifully illustrates that heroism is not confined to capes and masks but is found in the selflessness of ordinary individuals facing the extraordinary.

The anthology is a powerful tribute to the unsung heroes among us, reminding readers that the potential for heroism lies within everyone. With its well-crafted stories and diverse perspectives, The Hero Next Door is a compelling read that leaves a lasting impression, proving that heroism is a universal and timeless theme.

Blue Binder Lessons has written educational resources to use with The Hero Next Door, in your classroom.

- Discussion questions for EACH STORY with space for the students to write their answers AND sample teacher answers for every question. (Here’s a link to the questions for the first story, “Minnows and Zombies.”)

- One Pager activity for each story with 3 different versions for differentiation. (Here’s a link to the activity for the second story, “One Wish.”)

- THE BUNDLE - Get both activities for ALL 13 of the Stories and save!! PLUS a bonus file for the Foreword Story by the editor. AND a list of suggestions on how to use the discussion questions.

Everything is designed to Print and Go, or to be completed online if your technology allows for writing on a PDF.

It is all done for you, making teaching this very simple.

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