Feng and the Paper Airplanes

Girl holding a paper airplane, watching children play at a distance

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PARENT-TEACHER GUIDE

Feng and the Paper Airplanes

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Country: Indonesia

Author: Yuniar Khairani

Illustrator: Divina Ariadini

Ages: 5–8

Publisher: Kemendikbud / Room to Read

Story Source: Literacy cloud

About The Story

Feng’s family has moved many times, and every new place brings the same challenge for her: how to make friends when you always feel like the outsider. In her new neighborhood, Feng watches other children play, but doesn’t know how to join them. Then, one day, she begins to fold paper airplanes—drawing pictures and friendly greetings for them. How will they respond? This gentle story shows how creativity and quiet courage can help bridge loneliness and spark new friendships. It also highlights how important friendships are for emotional well-being, confidence, and growth.

Themes

Family & Friends

Emotional Wellbeing

Loneliness

Inclusion

Creative Communication

Sub Themes

Parent-Teacher Guide

Learning Outcome

Recognize the value of friendship and belonging
Understand how moving, displacement and/or changes in life can affect emotions and selfconfidence.
Discover creative ways to express themselves and build connections.
Build empathy for children who feel lonely or left out.

Lesson Plan

Students reflect on friendship and inclusion through Feng’s story.
They explore how expressing kindness and courage can build bridges and consider how to help classmates feel welcome.

Activities

Friendship Airplanes: Draw or write friendly messages on paper airplanes.
Circle of Belonging: Students share how they make others feel included.
Friendship Tree: Students write or draw traits of a good friend on paper leaves.
Role Play: Act out inclusion scenarios in the classroom

Story Discussion Guide

Before reading

Have you ever had to move to a new place or start a new school?
How did you make friends there?
Why do you think friends are important?

During reading

How do you think Feng is feeling when she sees the other kids?
Why do you think Feng sends paper airplanes?
What do her drawings say about her?

After reading

What would you do if you saw someone sitting alone at school?
How can small acts—like a smile or drawing—help someone feel less lonely?
What do you think Feng learned about making friends?

Applicable Sustainable Development Goals

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being

Promotes emotional well-being.

SDG 4: Quality Education

Supports SEL and communication.

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

Encourages inclusion.

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