We’ve created a story like no other and this is just the beginning
The Man Who Was Different is an original story written and illustrated by Mark Currie about a man with unusual and extraordinary talents.
As people, we are often fascinated by different things, but we are sometimes afraid too. However, what makes us different also makes us special. The story reminds us that we should all be proud of our differences no matter who we are or what we look or sound like.
We are living at a time when some people are becoming a bit less open-minded, even intolerant of those who are different. But we should all recognise that we share a common humanity and rather than showing opposition, we should embrace and celebrate difference.
The Man Who Was Different package includes a book in printed or digital format, a short, animated film (8 minutes in length) supplied as a link or on a USB, and interactive lesson planning resources for teachers, to make teaching easier.
The resources are aligned to the PHSE curriculum with Key Stage 2 in mind. They cover a whole range of self-esteem issues: discrimination, stereotyping, anti-bullying, identity and respect, which all encourage discussion and reflection.
