Christmas City: A Look Again Book
What’s inside...
When Tommy gets a special invitation from his unusually unique Aunt Jeanne, he jumps into the magical taxi without a second thought and is soon whisked away on a grand adventure through the streets of Christmas City where strategic clues are placed to lead him to his wonderful destination. Reprint.; On Christmas Eve, Tommy receives an invitation from his aunt Jeanne. Before long, he’s on his way to a bustling city where it’s Christmas every day of the year! Now Tommy has to follow his aunt’s rhyming notes through the streets and squares of Christmas City to uncover pictures, puzzles, and clues that lead to a surprise ending! Children will delight in searching for more than 200 hidden items, including candy canes, snowmen, and reindeer, as well as fourteen camouflaged letters that spell a holiday message when unscrambled.
Age
5-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of Christmas City and why?
How do you think the boy felt when he discovered new things in the city?
Can you think of a time when you discovered something new? How did it make you feel?
What would you like to explore in our city during Christmas time?
How do you think the city changes during Christmas?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe their favorite illustrations in detail, fostering their observation and verbal skills.
Relate the scenes from the book to your child’s experiences of Christmas, enhancing personal connection to the story.
Ask your child to imagine their own 'Look Again' adventure, sparking creativity and imagination.
Discuss the feelings and experiences of the characters, promoting empathy and emotional understanding.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Attention to detail
Explanation: In 'Christmas City: A Look Again Book', children are encouraged to explore intricate illustrations and spot hidden elements.
Real-World Application: This sharpens observational skills and focus, both crucial for academic learning and daily problem-solving.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: The book challenges readers to keep looking until they find all hidden objects, fostering a never-give-up attitude.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of persistence which is valuable in overcoming obstacles in schoolwork or personal tasks.
Example Lesson: Enjoyment in reading
Explanation: Through engaging search-and-find activities, 'Christmas City' makes reading interactive and fun.
Real-World Application: Instilling a love for reading can enhance lifelong learning habits and improve literacy skills.
Example Lesson: Memory enhancement
Explanation: Remembering details from previous pages to solve puzzles on subsequent pages exercises memory skills.
Real-World Application: Enhanced memory aids in better retention of educational content in school, improving overall academic performance.