But Excuse Me That is My Book
Charlie & Lola Series
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What’s inside...
Charlie and Lola have already won the hearts of readers in three winning books, including I Am Not Sleepy and I Will Not Go to Bed. And now they’re quickly gathering more fans as an animated series on the Disney Channel. Adorably true-to-childhood and laugh-out-loud funny, Charlie and Lola chronicles the day-to-day moments and interactions in the life of two extremely endearing siblings. In this new tale, Lola has become obsessed with Beetles, Bugs, and Butterflies, the best book in the whole world. It’s funny, it has pictures, and it is 'very great and extremely very interesting.' It’s the only book she wants to take out of the library. What will she do when she discovers that somebody else has borrowed her book? But Excuse Me That is My Book.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think Lola has a favorite book, and how does it make her feel when she cannot find it?
Can you think of a time when you shared something special with someone else? How did that make you feel?
What are some ways Lola tries to find her book? Which ways do you think are the best?
How do the different characters in the story help each other? Why is helping others important?
If you could create your own book, what would it be about? Who would be the characters?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to talk about their feelings and experiences related to the story, to foster emotional intelligence.
Ask open-ended questions that relate the book’s themes to the child’s personal experiences, enhancing the book’s relevance and impact.
Praise your child's responses, no matter how simple, to build their confidence in expressing their thoughts and opinions.
Use the conversation as an opportunity to teach values such as sharing and empathy, drawing parallels between the characters’ actions and real-life behavior.
Invite your child to imagine alternate endings or their own adventures for Lola, stimulating creativity and critical thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Sharing
Explanation: The protagonist, Lola, learns to share her favorite book with others at the library.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to share toys, books, or other resources with their friends and siblings, fostering healthy social interactions.
Example Lesson: Flexibility and Adaptability
Explanation: Lola discovers new books and broadens her interests when her favorite book is unavailable.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to be adaptable and open to new experiences, whether it's trying different activities at school or exploring new hobbies.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: Lola’s determination to find her favorite book shows the value of persistence in achieving goals.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to apply persistence in their own lives by sticking with difficult tasks at school or when learning a new skill.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Lola and her brother Charlie use problem-solving skills to explore other book options when her preferred book is not available.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand the importance of finding alternative solutions in everyday challenges, such as resolving conflicts with peers or overcoming obstacles in their learning journey.