33: A Different Perspective
“Stories don’t give answers, but they do offer perspective.” -Dan B. Allender They say that there are two sides to every story. Sometimes, what we perceive doesn’t give us the whole picture, but rather a snippet of the actual truth. When we read stories, it’s easy to root for the protagonist as the narratives often revolve around the main character. Oftentimes, it would take an extra step before we wonder what the stories of the other characters are —especially the antagonist — that made them into who they are. In the IB, perspective is a valuable concept that we teach in the classroom as it provides our students with a different lens on how they view the world and their experiences. According to the IB, different perspectives lead to different interpretations, understandings, and findings . This is particularly useful in reading stories, as it teaches us to wonder, inquire, discover, and decide about other narratives within the story that remain untold. It also broadens our viewpoi