Welsh Tales for Children
What’s inside...
A collection of ten folk tales for children, including stories such as 'Owen Glendower's Escape' and 'A Land Under the Sea'. This book, written by Showell Styles, is a reprint of the original version first published in 1989.
Age
6-12
Length
47 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think about the characters' adventures in the stories? Which one was your favorite and why?
How do you think the characters felt during their journeys? Can you relate to any of their feelings?
What lessons did the characters learn by the end of the tales? Do you think these lessons are important in real life?
If you could be a character in one of the Welsh tales, who would you be and what would you do differently?
How do the settings in the stories compare to where we live? What would you like to explore in those settings?
Tip: Role play these questions
Create an inviting reading environment that allows for open dialogue. Use expressive voice tones to bring the tales to life and captivate your child's imagination. Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, relating it to their own experiences. Validate their feelings and thoughts to build their confidence in expressing themselves. After reading, relate the moral lessons from the stories to real-life scenarios to help your child understand the practical implications of the tales.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of courage
Explanation: In 'Welsh Tales for Children', characters often face challenges that require bravery to overcome, such as confronting mythical creatures.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by facing their own fears, whether it's trying something new or standing up for what is right.
Example Lesson: Value of honesty
Explanation: The stories emphasize characters who tell the truth and the positive outcomes that result from being honest.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to practice honesty in their daily interactions, improving trust and relationships with others.
Example Lesson: The power of teamwork
Explanation: Many tales involve characters working together to solve problems or defeat foes, highlighting how collaboration leads to success.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to cooperate with peers in school projects or team sports, understanding that collective effort often yields better results.
Example Lesson: Respect for nature
Explanation: The book often portrays the lush landscapes of Wales and teaches children to respect and cherish the natural world.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to take part in environmental conservation activities, like recycling or planting trees.
Example Lesson: Learning from mistakes
Explanation: Characters in the tales make mistakes but learn valuable lessons from them, which contributes to their growth.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand that making mistakes is a part of learning and that important lessons often come from these experiences.