100th Day Worries
Jessica Worries Series
What’s inside...
When Jessica's teacher tells everyone in class to find 100 things to bring to school for their 100th day, Jessica starts to worry. She wants to bring something really good but can't decide what. She considers marshmallows and yo-yos but rejects those ideas. As the 100th day approaches and she reaches the 99th day, she is still unsure. In a moment of inspiration, she realizes the best collection might be closer than she thinks.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Jessica was worried about for her 100th day of school project?
How do you feel when you have a big project or assignment? What helps you feel better?
Why do you think Jessica's friends and family helped her? How do you help your friends when they are worried?
What are some of your favorite ways to count to 100?
If you were in the story, what idea would you give Jessica for her project?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child if they know why the 100th day of school is significant. Explain its importance in marking progress through the school year.
While reading, pause after moments of Jessica’s worry and ask your child how they might feel in her situation, fostering empathy.
After reading, discuss with your child the concept of worrying and brainstorm together ways to handle and talk about worries.
Encourage your child to think of a time they helped someone who was worried and share what they did to help.
Create a fun activity where you and your child come up with creative ideas for Projects involving counting or collecting 100 items, engaging their imagination and critical thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem Solving Skills
Explanation: The protagonist faces the challenge of coming up with 100 items for the 100th day of school. Throughout the book, she explores different possibilities and solutions, demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these problem-solving techniques in their daily lives when faced with decisions or challenges, learning to evaluate options and make thoughtful choices.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Innovation
Explanation: To solve her problem, the protagonist gets creative with her ideas for what can count as her 100 items, showcasing the importance of creativity in problem-solving.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think outside the box and use their imagination in everyday tasks and school projects.
Example Lesson: Handling Anxiety and Stress
Explanation: The protagonist experiences worry and anxiety about completing her school assignment, which provides a platform to discuss emotions and how to manage them effectively.
Real-World Application: Children learn to identify their feelings of stress or worry and can use coping strategies like talking to someone they trust or taking the task step by step.
Example Lesson: Counting and Mathematical Skills
Explanation: The task of collecting 100 items helps reinforce counting skills and introduces basic concepts of addition and math in a practical context.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help enhance children’s numerical skills as they practice counting, adding, or grouping objects in their daily interactions or academic tasks.