Tillie Howe the Halloween Cow
#2 of 3 in Tillie Howe the Cow Series
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What’s inside...
Are you ready for Fall and all the fun activities that come with it? Join Tillie, farmer McNeigh, and all their farm friends on this exciting, but not-so-scary Halloween rhyming adventure! Farmer McNeigh is up to her vegetable creations to get Tillie to eat her vegetables again! A ghost has been eating McNeigh's special sweet treats on the farm. Come with me to find out how the farmer saves the day! Let's see if you can find Hoss the German shepherd in his finest Halloween attire as he tries on different costumes for the Fall Festival in the town square. Hoss has a new friend on the farm, can you help the farmer find Luna the curious kitten? This is a fun Halloween story about Tillie Howe the Cow and her adventures with her farm friends.
Discussion points
Why do you think Tillie the Cow wanted to dress up for Halloween?
How did Tillie's friends react to her costume and how did that make her feel?
What would you have done if you were in Tillie's place at the Halloween party?
Can you think of a time when you tried something different and how others responded?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about Tillie’s adventures. Validate their feelings and relate them to real-life situations they might encounter. Use expressive questions to delve deeper into their understanding of friendship and courage, and discuss the importance of being oneself, even when it's scary to do so.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: Tillie Howe, the cow, embarks on an adventure on Halloween, demonstrating bravery despite her initial fears of the unknown.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their own fears and try new activities, understanding that feeling scared is a natural but conquerable emotion.
Example Lesson: Creativity and self-expression
Explanation: Through her unique costume, Tillie expresses her individuality, which highlights the importance of creativity.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore their own creative ideas and express themselves freely, be it in art, writing, or play.
Example Lesson: Importance of friendship
Explanation: Tillie interacts with various characters, learning the value of camaraderie and teamwork.
Real-World Application: Promotes building positive relationships with peers, teaching children the significance of cooperation and mutual respect.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite challenges along her journey, Tillie persists and enjoys the Halloween festivities.
Real-World Application: Motivates children to persevere through difficulties, emphasizing that persistence often leads to positive outcomes.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Tillie learns to understand and appreciate the different perspectives of the characters she meets.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to be empathetic and considerate of others’ feelings and viewpoints, fostering an inclusive attitude.