Reading Champion: The Frog Prince: Independent Reading Orange 6
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A modern adaptation of the classic fairy tale, 'The Frog Prince,' where a young princess learns about friendship and promises after she reluctantly befriends a frog who claims to be a prince.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Frog Prince
The Princess
Discussion points
What do you think the Frog Prince learned about promises by the end of the story?
How did the princess' feelings towards the frog change throughout the story?
Why do you think the frog agreed to help the princess? What would you have done in his place?
What does this story teach us about how we should treat promises we make to others?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing your own thoughts on the importance of keeping promises and ask your child if they agree.
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the shoes of both the princess and the frog, asking how they would feel in similar situations.
Discuss the emotional changes that both characters undergo, enabling your child to explore understanding different perspectives.
Highlight the moral of the story and ask your child how they can apply it in their own life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Keeping promises
Explanation: In the story, the princess promises to befriend the frog if he retrieves her golden ball. This act teaches the importance of honoring commitments.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of being trustworthy in their promises, helping them build reliable and strong relationships.
Example Lesson: Looking beyond appearances
Explanation: The frog turns into a prince, showing that true worth is not always visible. This teaches children to look deeper than the surface.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to appreciate and value everyone's inner qualities rather than judge based on appearances.
Example Lesson: The power of kindness
Explanation: The story illustrates how the princess's kindness towards the frog leads to a positive transformation. It highlights the impact of compassionate actions.
Real-World Application: It inspires children to act kindly towards others, fostering a more empathetic and supportive community environment.