A Potato Who JUST Wanted A Friend
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What’s inside...
When a potato moves into a new neighborhood, he sets off to try to find a new friend. He was faced with many challenges but he didn't give up. Using perseverance he pushed on. Will Potato be able to find a new best friend? Find out by reading this awesome book! A Potato Who JUST Wanted A Friend.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-12
Length
34 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did the potato feel when it was looking for a friend? Can you relate to a time you felt the same way?
What do you think makes someone a good friend? Did the potato find a good friend?
Why do you think it's important to have friends? How did having a friend change the potato’s life?
What would you have done if you were the potato? Would you have done anything differently to make friends?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about friendship by relating it to their own experiences. Emphasize empathy by discussing how the potato might have felt throughout the story and why kindness is crucial in friendships. Foster a deeper understanding by asking what qualities they value in their friendships. To sustain engagement, consider role-playing different scenarios from the book where your child can choose different outcomes based on friendship dynamics.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: The main character, a lonely potato, goes on a journey to find a friend, teaching children the value of companionship.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to reach out and make friends in school or at the playground, understanding that everyone needs a companion.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Throughout the story, the potato encounters various characters who are initially reluctant to befriend it, prompting discussions on understanding differences and feelings of others.
Real-World Application: This can help children learn to be empathetic towards classmates who may seem different and to consider the feelings of others in their interactions.
Example Lesson: Perseverance pays off
Explanation: The potato faces many challenges but doesn’t give up on its quest for friendship, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to persist in their efforts, whether it be making friends, learning a new skill, or any other challenging endeavor.
Example Lesson: Self-acceptance
Explanation: As the potato continues its journey, it learns to accept and appreciate its own uniqueness, showing that self-love is important before seeking love and acceptance from others.
Real-World Application: This lesson can guide children to embrace their own unique qualities and be confident in who they are, which is crucial during their formative years.
Example Lesson: Celebrating diversity
Explanation: By befriending characters that are not potatoes, the story highlights the beauty of diverse friendships and that differences can enrich relationships.
Real-World Application: Children learn to embrace and celebrate differences amongst their peers, promoting inclusivity and respect in their daily interactions.