We Rise Together
is part of a series of books that help young readers take the necessary actions to develop and to humbly own their greatness.
uses the pizza-making process
to teach vital life lessons
. The "rising of the dough" symbolizes the positive culture created by Mrs. Rock's secret recipe. "Feeding the starter" represents the actions Mrs. Rock's students take each day to
develop healthy minds, bodies, and spirits
. The "pizza sauce" speaks to cultivating their gardens to grow wholesome ingredients. It also speaks to taking the time to remove weeds so their gardens can flourish. The
"ingredients and toppings" of the pizza symbolize diversity
.
Mrs. Rock encourages her students to try each other's pizzas before they try their own. This action results in her students learning to appreciate differences and learning
to be open to change
. Cooking the pizza takes time and Mrs. Rock highlights the importance of
being mindful
of how you spend your time.
The final lesson is
life's ultimate lesson-"serving others
". Mrs. Rock encourages her students to serve others and helps her students realize that it feels better to give than to receive.
will serve as a bridge to deep and meaningful conversations. This book can be read as a family, a class, or by individuals.
When you finish reading your heart will be full of love and joy
. You might also be hungry for a slice of pizza!