Wally and Freya: Restorative Justice for Kids

Author: Lindsey Pointer

Illustrator: Stella Mongodi

Topic: Restorative Justice, Emotion Regulation, Bullying

Intended Audience: PreK - 3rd Grade

Published: 2022

Pages: 40 pages

About the book: Everyone think Wally is a bully because he steals lunches, refuses to share, and destroys another’s work. Learning of his sadness and loneliness, a classmate praises his artistic talent and helps him find a place within the group as the illustrator of their stories.

Reader’s guide:

1. Wally is great at drawing, and Freya writes exciting stories. What are you great at?
2. When Wally makes friends with Freya, he tells her that sometimes he feels very scared and alone. How do you think having a new friend will make him feel?
3. What could you do to help someone who is sad or scared feel better?
4. When Wally refused to share the crayons with his classmates, what could you do or say to encourage him to share?
5. Why do you think Wally stole Freya’s book?
6. Is it hard to be kind when you feelings are hurt? What questions could you ask yourself that might help you be kind?

Activity for readers:  Wally and Freya puppets