Little Miss Trouble
#6 in Little Miss Books Series
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What’s inside...
In 'Little Miss Trouble', the story follows the mischievous character, Little Miss Trouble, as she enjoys causing chaos for others. However, her antics backfire when her targets decide to teach her a lesson, leading to a series of humorous and enlightening events that show Little Miss Trouble the consequences of her troublesome ways. When Little Miss Trouble decides to cause trouble for lots of the Mr Men, she soon gets a taste of her own medicine! The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. It all started with a tickle. Roger Hargreaves’ son Adam asked him what a tickle looked like. In response, Roger drew a small orange man with extraordinarily long arms that could reach anywhere and tickle anyone. Mr Tickle, the first of the Mr Men, was born. Mr Tickle was soon joined by Mr. Greedy, Mr. Happy, Mr. Nosey, Mr Sneeze and Mr Bump. When the first Mr Men books were published they became an instant hit. Roger went on to create many more Mr Men and Little Miss characters. What Roger really wanted was to make children laugh, which is probably why his own favourite character is Mr Silly.
Character compass
Little Miss Trouble
Mr. Bump
Mr. Small
Discussion points
How do you think Little Miss Trouble felt when she was causing trouble for others?
What could Little Miss Trouble have done differently to solve her problems?
Why is it important to consider other people's feelings?
What did you learn from the way the other characters reacted to Little Miss Trouble?
How would you handle a situation if someone was causing trouble like Little Miss Trouble?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading techniques like different voices for each character to make the story more engaging. Encourage empathy by asking your child how they would feel in each character's situation. Discuss the consequences of actions like those of Little Miss Trouble to teach moral lessons. Compliment your child when they provide thoughtful answers or show understanding of the story's themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Consequences of dishonesty
Explanation: In 'Little Miss Trouble', the main character creates trouble by spreading rumors, which eventually leads to her facing consequences for her actions.
Real-World Application: This story can help children understand that dishonest behaviors, such as lying or spreading false information, can lead to negative outcomes and affect their relationships with others.
Example Lesson: Importance of honesty
Explanation: After facing repercussions for her actions, Little Miss Trouble learns the value of being honest. This transformation highlights the importance of honesty.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value and practice truthfulness in their daily interactions, fostering trust and respect in their relationships.
Example Lesson: Learning from mistakes
Explanation: The book shows Little Miss Trouble's journey from making poor choices to correcting her behavior, teaching the importance of learning from mistakes.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to acknowledge their mistakes, learn from them, and make better choices in the future.
Example Lesson: Impact of actions on others
Explanation: The story demonstrates how Little Miss Trouble’s actions affect other characters, teaching the impact of one’s actions on others.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to consider how their behavior might affect their peers and to act with kindness and consideration.
Example Lesson: Resolving conflicts
Explanation: As the story progresses, conflicts arising from misunderstandings are resolved, emphasizing the importance of resolving disputes amicably.
Real-World Application: This narrative can guide children to seek peaceful solutions in conflicts, promoting a harmonious interaction with others.