Disney My First Stories: Dumbo Gets Dressed
Disney My First Stories Series
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What’s inside...
In this charming board book, young readers follow the beloved character Dumbo as he gets ready for his day. The story takes children through the process of Dumbo picking out his clothes and dressing himself, teaching them about clothing items and the sequence of getting dressed. What will Dumbo choose to wear for his day under the Big Top? A collectable heart-warming story for little ones. Perfect for all young Disney fans.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-4
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Dumbo
Discussion points
Why do you think Dumbo wanted to dress up by himself?
How do you feel when you learn to do something new by yourself, like Dumbo?
What are some things you can do all by yourself, just like Dumbo?
How do you think Dumbo's friends helped him feel better about getting dressed?
What would you say to a friend who was learning something new and found it tricky?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate to Dumbo by sharing their own experiences of trying something new and how they felt about it.
Discuss the importance of perseverance and trying again even when things get difficult, as demonstrated by Dumbo.
Ask your child to think of ways they can help their friends or family members who may be struggling with a new task, fostering empathy and teamwork.
Highlight the emotions expressed by Dumbo throughout the story and ask your child to identify times when they have felt the same way.
Use Dumbo’s example to discuss the value of independence and self-assurance gained from accomplishing tasks on one’s own.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Independence
Explanation: In the story, Dumbo learns to dress himself, showcasing his journey towards independence.
Real-World Application: Children can relate this to their own lives by learning to perform dressing and other self-care tasks on their own.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Dumbo faces challenges with handling clothing items but finds solutions to manage them.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply problem-solving skills to overcome difficulties they encounter, whether it's with tasks at school or at home.
Example Lesson: Confidence Building
Explanation: Throughout the book, as Dumbo successfully dresses himself, his confidence grows. The narrative emphasizes the positive emotional effects of accomplishing tasks independently.
Real-World Application: Children can gain confidence in their abilities through successfully completing tasks they initially found challenging, similar to Dumbo’s experience.