In the Snow
Two funny fingers Series
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What’s inside...
These funny stories bring characters to life with finger holes for readers to participate. The book features classic tales by Hans Christian Andersen, chosen for their memorability. Andersen's storytelling, influenced by his humble beginnings and childhood poverty, often contains serious and melancholic themes with rare happy endings. His fairy tales, written in vernacular and set in Danish landscapes, focus on the significance of small details and are considered timeless jewels of literature. The collection includes famous stories like 'The Little Mermaid', 'The Emperor's New Clothes', and 'The Ugly Duckling'.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
112 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think it feels like to play in the snow? Can you describe it?
Which character would you like to be friends with and why?
How do the animals in the book stay warm in the snow?
What are some ways we can have fun in the snow together?
If you could add another character to the story, who would it be and what would they do?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading techniques, changing your tone and volume to match the narrative, to make the story come alive.
Pause after each page to ask your child to predict what might happen next, enhancing their analytical skills.
Relate the snowy scenes in the book to any personal family experiences in snow to make the story more relatable and memorable.
Encourage your child to draw a scene from the book, fostering creative expression and reinforcing their memory of the story.
After reading, consider planning a family day out in the snow to practically connect the book's themes to real-world experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The joy of exploration
Explanation: In the story, the characters venture out into a snowy landscape, discovering the wonders of winter through their senses and play.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to be curious and explore the world around them, understanding that every environment holds something new to learn and appreciate.
Example Lesson: Friendship and sharing
Explanation: As the characters interact with each other in the snow, they share their experiences and help each other, emphasizing the importance of friendship.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the value of cooperating and sharing with others in their daily interactions at school or in play.
Example Lesson: Resilience in facing new challenges
Explanation: The characters in the book encounter various challenges while playing in the snow, but they find ways to overcome them together.
Real-World Application: Children learn that facing new situations or difficulties is easier and more enjoyable when tackled with perseverance and the support of friends.