Pearl's New Skates
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What’s inside...
Pearl receives new skates for her birthday, which have a single blade instead of double runners. Excited to try them, she steps onto the frozen pond but finds it challenging to maintain balance. Despite falling multiple times and struggling to skate as gracefully as she does in her dreams, Pearl persists in her attempts to master skating with her shiny white skates that have red tassels.
Age
3-8
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Pearl
Discussion points
How did Pearl feel when she first tried her new skates, and have you ever felt the same way trying something new?
What are some ways Pearl showed perseverance in the story?
Why do you think it's important to keep trying even when something is difficult?
How did Pearl's friends help her and why is it important to support our friends?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate Pearl’s experiences with their own by asking them to share a story when they tried something new and found it challenging.
Discuss the significance of perseverance and resilience shown by Pearl, highlighting similar qualities in your child’s behavior with examples.
Reinforce the concept of friendship and support demonstrated in the book by illustrating with personal family stories or instances where friends helped each other.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Pearl struggles to learn how to skate but keeps trying despite falling down multiple times.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to persistently work towards mastering new skills, even if they face difficulties initially.
Example Lesson: Support and Friendship
Explanation: Pearl's friends encourage and help her as she learns to skate, demonstrating the value of supportive friendships.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of being a good friend and helping others in their learning and growth.
Example Lesson: Joy in Learning
Explanation: Despite the challenges, Pearl experiences joy and excitement in learning to skate.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to find enjoyment in learning new things, shaping a positive attitude towards acquiring new skills.