Dory Fantasmagory
#4 of 6 in Dory Fantasmagory Series
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A loose tooth leads to hilarious hijinks with the tooth fairy in book four of the wonderfully imaginative Dory Fantasmagory series. Dory has her first loose tooth, and, with her usual over-the-top excitement, she cannot stop talking about the tooth fairy. Naturally, this drives her brother and sister crazy. But it also sparks a serious jealous streak in her nemesis, Mrs. Gobble Gracker, who wants all of Dory's attention to herself. But Mrs. Gobble Gracker has decided to steal the tooth fairy's job, and flying around in a tutu from Rosabelle, she heads for Dory's house. It's time for Dory to come up with a serious plan to get the tooth fairy her job back. The fourth installment in the wildly popular Dory Fantasmagory series delivers laughs on every page as Dory teams up with her pals, real and imaginary, to save the tooth fairy for all the world's children--and get her dollar!
Character compass
Dory
Luke
Lucy
Mom
Discussion points
Why do you think Dory has such a vivid imagination? Can you think of a time when you used your imagination like her?
Dory faces many challenges in the story. Which challenge was your favorite and why?
How do you feel about the way Dory's siblings treat her? What would you do if you were in her place?
Dory often comes up with creative solutions. Can you think of a creative solution to a problem you've had?
What did you learn from Dory's adventures? Is there something she did that you would like to try?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing Dory's imaginative adventures, encourage your child to describe their own imaginary adventures or create new ones together.
Ask your child to relate personal experiences when they felt misunderstood like Dory, fostering empathy and self-expression.
Use Dory’s creative problem-solving moments to inspire your child to think of different ways they could handle challenges they face.
After discussing Dory’s siblings, guide your child to talk about their own relationships with siblings or friends, promoting social skills and understanding.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Imagination
Explanation: Dory Fantasmagory showcases a young girl's boundless creativity through her adventures as she navigates her world with a vivid imagination.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to use their creativity to solve problems and entertain themselves, enhancing cognitive flexibility and problem-solving skills.
Example Lesson: Value of Perseverance
Explanation: Dory demonstrates perseverance as she continually finds ways to engage with her older siblings despite their disinterest.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of persistence in achieving goals and building relationships, even when faced with challenges.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: Throughout the book, Dory learns to understand her siblings' perspectives and develops empathy for others.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to consider the feelings and viewpoints of others, fostering interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Family Bonding
Explanation: The story emphasizes the importance of family relationships and the unique bond between siblings.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to appreciate family members and spend quality time together, strengthening family connections.