Despite Caleb’s objection, I put the book to the side and quickly grabbed two Lego pieces and a Lego wolf.

I stopped reading, I didn't want any spoilers. Daniels, gave his 6th grade class the riddle and as he described it I thought it would be a benefit for Caleb to try and solve it. As I began to read the chapter Ally’s teacher, Mr. One of tonight’s chapters in Fish in a Tree described a riddle called Chicken, Fox, Grain. However, this conundrum was tied to a powerful truth that can hold us back, if we let it. Tonight’s lesson was taught in the form of a riddle. I like the book and how it tackles social cruelty, friendship and acceptance. A marker that couldn’t be further from the truth.

The young girl is differently abled and, as a result, has labeled herself dumb. The story packs an emotional punch and deals with a young protagonist, named Ally, who believes there is something wrong with her and, as a result, feels she lives her life on the periphery. The book my son and I are currently reading is by the author, Lynda Mullaly Hunt.

Finding Life Lessons “Tonight’s lesson was taught in the form of a riddle. I find many such moments in the books that I read with my son, as we explore stories that deal with social justice, courage, resilience, relationships and more. In education, we call these occurrences teachable moments. What is it that holds us back? Are these limitations predominantly internal or external? What if 'the path' is not serving us?Īs a parent, I see life lessons everywhere.

Unwritten Rules by Ally Hastings