Remind learners about the poem. Ask them if they have rules about letting strangers in the door at home. What will learners know by the end of the lesson?

Today we read the poem "The Door" by Miroslav Holub, which explores the idea of opening or closing doors to strangers.

Do you have rules at home about letting strangers in the door? Why or why not?

By the end of the lesson, learners will understand the themes and messages in the poem "The Door" and will have reflected on their own beliefs and practices regarding letting strangers into their homes.

Remind learners about the poem:

"The Cat in the Hat" is a children's book by Dr. Seuss. It tells the story of two bored children who are visited by a talking cat who wears a hat with a red and white striped band. The cat proceeds to turn their house upside down, bringing along a cavalcade of fantastical creatures and chaos.

Ask learners if they have rules about letting strangers in the door at home:

- Ask learners if they have any rules in their homes about letting strangers in the door. Discuss the importance of being cautious when opening the door to strangers and reviewing stranger danger guidelines.

What learners will know by the end of the lesson:

- The key themes and moral of "The Cat in the Hat"
- The importance of being wary of strangers
- The consequences of not following rules
- The importance of being able to think critically and make good decisions in unexpected situations