Give Me Back My Pony (Pony Pals #4)
#4 of 26 in Pony pals Series
What’s inside...
Lulu has fallen in love with the beautiful pony Snow White, and when the pony's snobby owner returns from boarding school, the Pony Pals come up with a plan to reunite Lulu and Snow White forever. Lulu must give the beautiful pony she's rescued and cared for back to its mean, snobby owner...unless the Pony Pals can come up with a plan.
Character compass
Lulu Sanders
Pam Crandal
Anna Harley
Nicki
Discussion points
How did Lulu feel when she thought she might lose Snow White, and why do you think she felt that way?
What are some ways the Pony Pals worked together to solve their problem?
If you were in Lulu's position, what would you have done differently?
How do you think taking care of a pony can teach us about responsibility?
What did you learn about friendship from this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use empathetic listening to understand your child’s perspective on the characters' emotions and actions.
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences with friendships or responsibilities to those depicted in the book.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and ask your child about times they had to collaborate to achieve something.
Prompt your child to think critically about character decisions and outcomes by asking what they might have done in a similar situation.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: In 'Give Me Back My Pony', one of the main characters takes on the responsibility of caring for a pony, demonstrating tasks such as feeding, grooming, and training.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking on suitable responsibilities at home, like looking after a pet or maintaining a clean room, teaching them accountability and diligence.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters face the challenge of retrieving a lost pony, using teamwork and critical thinking to solve the problem.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of staying calm and thinking clearly when facing challenges, whether at school or in social situations.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The story shows how the characters understand and share the feelings of the pony and each other, promoting compassion.
Real-World Application: Children learn to recognize and respect the emotions of others, aiding their social interactions and helping them build more empathetic relationships.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Throughout 'Give Me Back My Pony', the characters encounter several obstacles but remain determined to achieve their goal.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of persistence in overcoming difficulties whether in completing school projects or in their personal pursuits.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: The book portrays strong bonds of friendship and mutual support among the characters, highlighting the importance of friends in achieving goals.
Real-World Application: It encourages children to value and nurture friendships, showing them how teamwork can often lead to achieving common goals.