Forever Young



Last updated Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Author: Bob Dylan
Illustrator: Paul Rogers
Date of Publication: 2008
ISBN: 1416958088
Grade Level: 1st    (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Mar. 2022

Synopsis: Since it first appeared on the 1974 album Planet Waves, "Forever Young" has been one of Bob Dylan's most beloved songs. Now award-winning artist Paul Rogers gives us a new interpretation of the lyrics. With images inspired by classic Dylan songs and pieces of his life, this is a bold and touching tribute to an anthem whose message will always stay forever young.

Note to readers:
•  Bob Dylan is a singer and songwriter. He wrote this song as a poem for his son.

Discussion topics for before reading:
•  Do You like music? What is your favorite music?
•  Have you ever learned from music?

Vocabulary:

•  Rung- Place for feet to climb ladder
•  Courageous- Strong when facing tough times
•  Righteous- Doing right thing being honest
•  Foundation- Your beliefs

Discussion topics for during/after reading:
•  Everyone has a ladder to climb in life. What words did you think were important in the book?

Craft ideas:
•  We have a special video to share at our March 12, 2022 reading clubs! Volunteers for those clubs will receive the link to that YouTube video in their "Final Reminder..." email on Friday, March 11, 2022, along with directions on how to share a YouTube video on Zoom.
•  Draw a ladder and write words from the book in the steps/ rungs of the ladder.
•  Check our craft ideas on Pinterest!
https://www.pinterest.com/readingtokids/march-2022-music-entertainment//
•  Check this website for more suggestions: http://readingtokids.org/ReadingClubs/CraftTips.php

*Note: These craft ideas are just suggestions. You can use them, but you don't have to use them. You can expand upon them, or add your own twist. Remember, though, that the focus of your time should not be on the development and execution of a craft; the focus should be on the read-aloud and the enjoyment of the book!