Almost a Footprint

About this episode

The Shoebox Kids put on a play about Ruth and Naomi while discussing the challenges of being teased.

Send us Fan Mail The Shoebox Kids are studying Ruth, but Mrs. Shue has a surprise. They’re putting on a play. Costumes, sandals, and Bible-times names fill the room as Maria becomes Ruth, DeeDee becomes Naomi, and Chris tries to figure out how to play two different characters. After the laughter settles, the class starts talking about something harder: being teased. Chris shares how kids made fun of his real name, Cristóbal, and how he finally shoved one boy after getting pushed too far. The ...

People in this episode

Host: Ms. Kathy

Topics covered

• Bible stories
• teasing
• friendship
• school plays
• identity
• family

Keywords

• Ruth
• Naomi
• teasing
• school play
• identity
• Cristóbal

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Ruth, Naomi

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