Ann T. Caries Defends Crown Town
What’s inside...
The Tooth Sleuths have invaded Crown Town! Can Ann T. Caries and her loyal dog, Bruxer, protect Crown Town before their 'fillings' get hurt?
Age
0-10
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Ann T. Caries learned about friendship throughout her adventure?
How did Ann help the residents of Crown Town solve their problems?
Why is it important to help others even when it's challenging?
What would you have done if you were in Ann's shoes when facing the big challenge?
How do you think working together helped Ann and her friends save Crown Town?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their personal experiences. Ask if they’ve ever faced a similar problem like Ann and how they resolved it.
Discuss the value of teamwork and community support shown in the book. Highlight examples from the story and relate them to real-life scenarios your child might encounter.
Use expressive reading techniques like changing your voice for different characters to make the reading experience engaging and entertaining for your child.
After reading, encourage your child to draw a scene from the book or create their own version of Crown Town using art supplies. Discuss their artwork to deepen understanding of the book's themes.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next if the book had a sequel. This helps develop their imagination and anticipation skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of adversity
Explanation: Ann T. Caries showcases bravery as she protects Crown Town from various threats, teaching children the importance of being courageous.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their own challenges, like standing up to bullies or trying new activities, with bravery and confidence.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the story, Ann collaborates with townsfolk to safeguard their town, emphasizing the power of working together to achieve common goals.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to work cooperatively in group settings such as in school projects or sports teams.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Ann takes on the role of protector, showing how she responsibly manages her duties, inspiring readers to take their own responsibilities seriously.
Real-World Application: Kids are motivated to be more responsible at home with chores or in completing their homework diligently.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Ann faces setbacks in her adventures, but she never gives up. Her resilience teaches children the value of persistence.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of persevering through their own struggles, whether they're personal or academic.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Ann shows understanding and compassion towards others in the story, promoting empathy among young readers.
Real-World Application: Children learn to be empathetic towards their peers, which can improve their social interactions and friendships.