Christmas Songs
Little Xmas pops Series
What’s inside...
A fun, fantastic book of seasonal Christmas songs such as Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and Jingle Bells. Children can read the words to these songs in the beautifully illustrated mini hardback whilst listening to them on the accompanying CD. Great fun for all the family! Carols include such favorites as 'Hark! The Herald Angels Sing' and 'Away in a Manger.'
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-4
Length
10 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Which Christmas song in the book was your favorite and why?
How do you think the characters felt during their Christmas celebration?
Can you think of a time when you felt similar to any of the characters in the book?
What does Christmas mean to you, and how do we celebrate it in our family?
If you could add a song to this book, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, sing some of the Christmas songs together to make the conversation lively and memorable.
Relate the stories in the book to personal family traditions during Christmas to make the content more relatable.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the book by asking them to draw their favorite scene or character.
Use the discussion as an opportunity to teach your child about different cultural celebrations of Christmas around the world.
Praise your child’s responses to build their confidence in expressing their thoughts and opinions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The spirit of giving
Explanation: Through various songs in 'Christmas Songs', children learn about the joy of giving and sharing with others.
Real-World Application: Children can practice this by sharing toys with friends or helping parents with simple tasks at home.
Example Lesson: Importance of family and community
Explanation: The songs emphasize spending time and celebrating with family and friends, highlighting the importance of togetherness.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to cherish and prioritize moments with their family and participate in community activities.
Example Lesson: Celebrating diversity through different Christmas traditions
Explanation: This book introduces children to various Christmas traditions around the world, demonstrating the beauty of cultural diversity.
Real-World Application: Fosters an appreciation for different cultures and encourages kids to learn and ask questions about how others celebrate their holidays.
Example Lesson: Value of joy and happiness
Explanation: The cheerful, uplifting nature of the songs promotes positive emotions and the value of finding joy in the little things.
Real-World Application: Children learn to find happiness in daily activities and to spread cheer among their peers.