Alice in Wonderland: Ladybird First Favourite Tales
Ladybird tales Series
What’s inside...
A retelling of the classic tale of a young girl named Alice who falls down a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar and anthropomorphic creatures. The story follows Alice's adventures as she navigates this curious and chaotic world. Find out what happens when Alice goes down a rabbit hole and meets all sorts of crazy characters. Ladybird First Favourite Tales are perfect introductions to timeless and treasured stories, with amusing pictures and lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-5
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Alice felt when she first fell down the rabbit hole? How would you feel in a new, unknown place?
Why do you think the Cheshire Cat keeps disappearing and reappearing? What does that tell us about the world Alice has entered?
If you could have tea with any character from the book, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How do the characters in the Queen's court differ from those Alice met earlier in her adventure? What makes them unique?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the storytelling more vivid and engaging for your child.
After reading a chapter, pause to ask your child to predict what might happen next, fostering their imagination and anticipation.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. This helps them connect visually and emotionally with the story.
Relate aspects of the story to your child’s experiences, such as times they’ve felt curious, frightened, or delighted, to deepen their personal connection with Alice’s adventures.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and exploration
Explanation: Alice's journey begins with her chasing after a curious white rabbit, leading her into a world of wonders. This demonstrates the value of curiosity and exploration.
Real-World Application: Children learn to explore new topics, ask questions, and learn from their surroundings, which helps in the development of problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
Example Lesson: The importance of identity and self-understanding
Explanation: Throughout the story, Alice frequently ponders who she is, especially as she faces several changes in her own size and interacts with various characters. Her journey reflects the importance of self-discovery.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to understand and appreciate their unique traits and feelings, helping them build self-esteem and confidence.
Example Lesson: Resilience in unfamiliar situations
Explanation: Alice faces many challenges and peculiar characters in Wonderland, yet she navigates through them with resilience.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to remain calm and resourceful in new or challenging situations, aiding them in adapting flexibly to change.
Example Lesson: Critical thinking and making judgements
Explanation: In Wonderland, Alice often has to think on her feet and make decisions about whom to trust and what to do next.
Real-World Application: Children learn to evaluate situations, make decisions, and understand the consequences of their actions in real-life scenarios.