Grades K–3 · Teacher Resources
Guthrie & Gretzky Teacher Resources
Turn Guthrie & Gretzky into a full morning meeting, read-aloud, or SEL unit. Ready-to-print discussion prompts and empathy activities for K–3 classrooms.
Guthrie & Gretzky
A story of friendship, empathy, and adapting when life changes
Discussion Guide
What does it mean to be a good friend when something hard happens? How do we adapt and find new ways to show we care?
Empathy Mapping Worksheet
Students consider a character or classmate's experience from the inside — what are they feeling, needing, and hoping for from their friends?
Discussion & Writing
Classroom Discussion
Think about a friend, classmate, or family member who has had an injury, illness, allergy, or learning difference. What is something kind or helpful you could do for them?
Writing Prompts
- "A time I helped a friend who was going through something hard — or a time I wish I had..."
- "If my best friend could no longer do the things we always did together, here is how I would find new ways to be their friend..."
Creative Extension
Students draw or write about a new activity Guthrie and Gretzky could enjoy together after the accident.
