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Macca the backpacker

Teaches students to reframe negative thoughts.

Macca the backpacker, by Matt Cosgrove, is the story of Macca the alpaca who sets out on a challenging mountain adventure by himself. He learns he needs a little help from his friends along the way.

Macca the Backpacker book cover

Resources

Macca the backpacker – activity sheet

This activity invites students to reframe negative thoughts by picturing positive things friends would say to help.

Macca the Backpacker – teacher resource