Kid Christmas: Of The Claus Brothers Toy Shop
What’s inside...
This charming tale tells the story of little Nicky Claus, who wanted to make every child happy, if only just for one day. Nicky Claus works with his three uncles in the Claus Brothers Toy Emporium where each toy made has a special sparkle. One day, Nicky meets a young girl living on the streets with other children who cannot afford a toy. Moved by their situation, Nicky vows that for one night, every child will have the toy of their dreams. With the help of his uncles and some flying reindeer, the legend of Father Christmas is born. This magical and heartwarming story by David Litchfield is centered on kindness, generosity, and looking after each other, making it a true festive treat.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-9
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What would you create if you had your own toy shop like the Claus brothers?
How did Kid Christmas show kindness in the story? Can you think of a time when you were kind to someone?
Why do you think teamwork was important in the toy shop?
What would you do if you faced a problem like Kid Christmas? How would you try to solve it?
How do you feel about sharing your toys with others after reading about the Claus brothers?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine and describe their ideal toy shop. This opens up a creative dialogue and connects their interests with the story.
Discuss instances of kindness within the book and relate them to real-life scenarios your child might encounter, fostering empathy and moral development.
Highlight the importance of teamwork as shown in the book, and relate it to family or school projects to underline cooperative values.
Ask your child about challenges they face and explore problem-solving strategies together, reinforcing resilience and critical thinking.
Use examples from the book to discuss the value of sharing, and encourage your child to think about times they can share with others.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: In 'Kid Christmas: Of The Claus Brothers Toy Shop,' Kid Christmas and his brothers work together to manage the toy shop. Their collaboration is key to successfully creating and delivering toys.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working together with others to achieve common goals, which can be applied in school projects or team sports.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Innovation
Explanation: The story showcases the Claus brothers as they come up with innovative ideas for toys. Their creativity is celebrated as they brainstorm and bring new toys to life.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to express their own creativity in various ways, whether in art, writing, or problem-solving.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and Leadership
Explanation: Kid Christmas takes on significant responsibilities in the toy shop. His role demonstrates leadership as he guides and supports his brothers.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of taking responsibility in tasks and leading by example, helpful in group activities and personal duties.
Example Lesson: Perseverance and Problem-Solving
Explanation: The characters face challenges in the toy production process. They persevere and find solutions, emphasizing the importance of not giving up.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand the importance of persisting through difficulties and finding solutions in their challenges at school or home.
Example Lesson: Joy of Giving
Explanation: The ultimate goal of the Claus brothers is to bring joy to children by giving them toys. The story highlights the happiness that comes from giving to others.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to take pleasure in acts of kindness and consider how they can make others happy through small acts of generosity.