In the Night Garden: A Big Box of Little Books
In The Night Garden Series
What’s inside...
This delightful collection for young readers features stories set in the magical Night Garden world, following adventures of beloved characters like Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, and Makka Pakka. It includes a series of short stories about friendship and play, as well as a big box set of nine chunky little board books that are perfect for little hands. This collection is an ideal gift for young fans of the Night Garden series, featuring all the best-loved characters.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
108 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Igglepiggle
Upsy Daisy
Tombliboo Unn, Tombliboo Ooo, And Tombliboo Eee
Makka Pakka
Discussion points
Who is your favorite character in these stories and why?
What do you think the Night Garden looks like during the day?
How do the characters help each other in different stories?
Can you think of a new adventure for one of the characters?
What would you do if you visited the Night Garden?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe their favorite moments and characters using expressive words, enhancing their vocabulary and narrative skills.
Ask your child how they feel about the characters' actions and decisions, promoting empathy and critical thinking.
Let your child predict what might happen next in a story, fostering imagination and anticipation skills.
Discuss the illustrations with your child, pointing out colors, shapes, and activities, helping with visual interpretation and attention to detail.
Relate the stories to your child’s experiences, linking the fictional world to reality to enhance personal connection and understanding.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Diversity
Explanation: The book features a variety of characters, each with unique traits and backgrounds, demonstrating the beauty of diversity.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect differences among people in their own communities.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: Characters in the story consistently help and care for each other, showcasing the value of building and maintaining friendships.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to cultivate friendships and offer support to peers, fostering a nurturing social environment.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: The whimsical and fantastical elements of the book spark imagination, showing children the limitless possibilities of creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to use their imagination in play, problem solving, and expressing themselves artistically.
Example Lesson: Routine and Stability
Explanation: The repetitive and predictable nature of the stories provides a sense of security and comfort, emphasizing the importance of routine.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand the significance of daily routines for a structured and stable day.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters encounter challenges which they must think through and resolve, demonstrating problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to face challenges head-on and develop critical thinking skills applicable in everyday situations.