Treasure Box: Book 8 (Volume 8)
#8 in Catholic Children's Treasure Box Series
What’s inside...
The Treasure Box books provide a delightful blend of entertainment, innocence, and Catholic teachings. They educate children about the Faith in a straightforward manner and encourage a love for God. The illustrations in these books are exceptionally beautiful and stand out from the typical cartoon illustrations found in many contemporary children's books. The content is rich with Catholic doctrine, presented in a respectful and simple way that is accessible to young children and designed to engage their interest and elevate their spirits.
Discussion points
What is one thing you would put in your own treasure box and why?
How did the characters in the story show kindness to each other?
What would you have done differently if you were in the story?
How do you think the treasure box helped the characters in the book?
What did you learn from the story that you can use in your own life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by sharing your own thoughts about the themes in the book to open up the conversation. Encourage your child to express their feelings and thoughts about the story, even if they differ from yours, to foster an environment of open communication. Highlight specific scenes or characters to focus the discussion and help your child connect deeper with the content. Praise their insights and responses to build their confidence in expressing their views.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Sharing
Explanation: The narrative demonstrates the joy and satisfaction derived from sharing resources and experiences with others.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by sharing their toys, snacks, or time with peers, fostering a sense of community and cooperation.
Example Lesson: Value of Teamwork
Explanation: Characters in the book collaborate to solve problems, highlighting how teamwork can lead to achieving goals that might be unattainable individually.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice teamwork in group activities at school or in sports, learning that collective effort often creates the best outcomes.
Example Lesson: Courage to Face Challenges
Explanation: The story portrays characters who bravely confront obstacles, teaching children the importance of courage in overcoming fears.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to tackle new challenges, such as trying out for a team or participating in a school play, instilling confidence and resilience.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Kindness
Explanation: Through interactions among characters, the book illustrates how empathy and kindness can positively affect others’ lives.
Real-World Application: Children can show empathy and kindness in real life by being considerate of classmates' feelings and offering help when others are in distress.
Example Lesson: Respect for Diversity
Explanation: The diverse characters working together towards a common goal teach the importance of respecting and valuing everyone’s unique contributions.
Real-World Application: This promotes inclusivity in a child’s interactions at school or in the neighborhood, helping them appreciate and celebrate diversity in their community.