Be Brave, Anna! Story + Activity Book (Faith That Sticks Books)
Faith That Sticks Books Series
What’s inside...
The first story, 'Are you afraid of the dark?' follows Anna who learns a Bible verse from her dad to help her when she is scared, and is part of the Faith That Sticks series which includes fun-to-read stories and activities to teach children about God. The second story gives a new spin on the classic nursery rhyme 'Little Miss Muffet', where Miss Muffet is not scared of the spider or any other frightening animals, challenging the narrator to find something that can scare her away.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes Anna brave in the story?
How did Anna's actions make you feel?
Can you think of a time when you had to be brave like Anna?
What would you do if you were in Anna's situation?
How do you think being brave helps people?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, discuss with your child what being brave means and ask them to think about times they've felt they needed bravery.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story’s events and relate them to their own experiences.
Point out specific instances of bravery in the book and discuss why these moments are important.
As you explore the activity book, connect the exercises with the theme of bravery, discussing how each activity might help someone become braver.
After reading, reinforce the message by praising your child for times they have shown bravery, linking back to Anna’s story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: Anna, the protagonist, demonstrates bravery by confronting situations that scare her, teaching children that it's okay to feel afraid and important to face those fears.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking small steps to confront their own fears, whether it's trying out for a school play, speaking up in class, or sleeping alone in the dark.
Example Lesson: Importance of perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the book, Anna encounters various challenges but continues to try and overcome them, underscoring the value of not giving up.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand the importance of continuing to work towards their goals, like improving in a sport or learning a new skill, even when it becomes difficult.
Example Lesson: Demonstrating empathy
Explanation: Anna shows understanding and kindness to other characters who are also dealing with their own fears, teaching kids the importance of supporting others.
Real-World Application: Children can emulate Anna by showing empathy towards their friends or siblings, particularly when they are upset or facing challenges, helping to foster a supportive and caring environment.
Example Lesson: Learning through activities
Explanation: The inclusion of an activity book allows children to engage with the story’s themes in a practical and interactive way, reinforcing the lessons taught.
Real-World Application: The activities can help children apply the book's messages in a hands-on manner, like drawing a picture of something they find scary and discussing it, which aids in emotional expression and problem-solving.