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Mrs. Castlechanter's Magic Cabinet: In It Together

Part Four: Making the New What We Do

It’s the first day back at school and everything feels different — no hugs, no touching, and lots of masks. But even with these strange new systems in place, Oscar and Aliyah remember their strategies for closeness and even learn a few new ones from their friends at school.

18 MINUTES

Mrs. Castlechanter's Magic Cabinet: In It Together

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Mrs. Castlechanter's Magic Cabinet: In It Together

Part One: Making Decisions

Oscar has been hearing rumors about ways that his school classes will be different this year and he does not like it. Will…

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21 MINUTES
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Mrs. Castlechanter's Magic Cabinet: In It Together

Part Two: Distancing

All the talk about the virus has been making Aliyah feel worried. She misses her friends, but part of her just wants to…

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17 MINUTES
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Mrs. Castlechanter's Magic Cabinet: In It Together

Part Three: Making Bubbles

As Aliyah and Oscar enjoy their first visit together within their safe-circle “bubble,” they begin to discuss what school might be like. Who…

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17 MINUTES
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