Stand By Me

Stand By Me presents a thought-provoking collection of stories and articles about loyalty, support, and what it means to stand by others in times of need. Suitable for readers aged 11+, this edition of HighWire Magazine features both fiction and nonfiction texts that highlight how people's choices can have positive or negative outcomes. Whether it's a firefighter risking everything, or a team navigating challenges together, each story prompts readers to think critically about relationships and resilience. With accompanying teacher support, including lesson plans, discussion prompts, vocabulary activities, and assessment tools, this edition is ideal for fostering empathy, discussion, and self-reflection. Stories like Over the Top and Through Thick and Thin explore the complexities of friendship and courage, encouraging readers to evaluate their own values and decisions.

Educational Benefits:

• Explores themes of loyalty, courage, and moral choice
• Supports comprehension of varied text structures and genres
• Enhances vocabulary and emotional literacy
• Encourages self-reflection and ethical reasoning

Classroom Ideas:

• Write a personal narrative about standing by someone in a tough time
• Hold a classroom debate on the toughest decisions characters faced
• Use speaking prompts for partner or group discussion
• Analyse how different outcomes were shaped by character actions

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for readers aged 11+
• Magazine format with 20-page teacher guide
• Printed using safe, non-toxic materials
• Ideal for middle years students and SEL-focused lessons