Non-fiction "Finding Winnie" by Lindsey Mattick



"Finding Winnie" is a Non-fiction picture book that is based on a true story. The book was written by Lindsay Mattick, who is the great-granddaughter of Harry Coleman, who adopted the bear Winnie.
"Finding Winnie" is a true story of a bear that was adopted by a veterinarian who was traveling to aid in the first World War. The bear was raised by the veterinarian, and was later given to the London Zoo to take care of caring for Winnie after he became older. Later, one child came to the zoo and instantly bonded with the bear. This child later grew on to create the story of Winnie-the-Pooh.
After reading this book, it very clearly fits in the non-fiction genre of children's literature. As this book was based on a true story, it also included the actual characters that were involved in the story including the veterinarian, the bear itself, and the boy who became the creator of Winnie-the-Pooh. In the back of the book, it shows actual pictures that portray the story plot of the book itself.
Therefore, it fits the criteria required to be labeled a non-fiction book.
Upon reviewing the six elements of social justice, I believe that this picture book addresses the self-love and knowledge element. Students can use this story of Winnie to relate to their current lives and upbringings. It allows students to reflect on what their family history means to them and how it shapes who they are today.
If I were to use this book for my class, it would primarily be to allow students to develop a sense of self-worth by learning more about their family history. In relation to addressing the element of self-love and knowledge, I would enable students to go home and conduct a question-response session with their families to learn more about their history and their contributions to the world. This activity would allow students to develop confidence and appreciation for their self-worth, just as the author of the story "Finding Winnie" did as she directly related to the creation of Winnie-the-Pooh.

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