All Smiles: Signatures Level 1 Book 5
#5 in Signatures Series
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What’s inside...
You will blast off into space to explore the planets. Back on Earth, you will travel to a picturesque location in South America, and meet a girl named Silvia. Afterwards, when visiting Maya's house, you will be greeted by a pig from Alaska. Each story represents a doorway that opens into a new, enchanting world.
Discussion points
What made the characters in the story smile and how did that make you feel?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone and it made them smile?
What are some ways we can make our friends or family smile like the characters did?
How do you think the story would change if the main character didn't smile at all?
Why do you think smiling is important in the story and in real life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences to the story, highlighting instances where they created joy for others, much like the characters in 'All Smiles'. Use expressions and gestures to mimic scenarios in the book during discussion, making the conversation lively and engaging. Validate their feelings and thoughts as they connect with the characters, reinforcing the value of empathy and understanding. Lastly, share your own stories of similar themes to foster deeper connection and understanding.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: The book showcases characters forming and nurturing friendships, emphasizing teamwork and support.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and foster friendships in school or playgroups, understanding the role of cooperation and empathy in relationships.
Example Lesson: Embracing Diversity
Explanation: Characters from diverse backgrounds interact harmoniously, teaching acceptance and inclusiveness.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to embrace and respect diverse cultures and personalities they meet in their community.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters encounter challenges that they solve using creativity and dialogue.
Real-World Application: Children apply critical thinking and communication to navigate and resolve everyday problems, whether at home or in school.
Example Lesson: Value of Education
Explanation: The story highlights the benefits of learning and attending school through its characters' experiences.
Real-World Application: This lesson reinforces the importance of education, motivating children to be curious, attentive, and proactive in their learning environments.
Example Lesson: Joy of Reading
Explanation: The narrative promotes reading as a fun and enriching activity through the engaging stories shared among characters.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore books and develop a lifelong love for reading, enhancing their literacy and imagination.