Crafty Chloe
Crafty Chloe Series
What’s inside...
Fancy Nancy meets Martha Stewart in Crafty Chloe, the adorable DIY star of a new picture book series! When another girl has already purchased the most perfect birthday gift for Chloe’s friend Emma, Chloe decides she’ll make a present—something you can’t buy in a store. But crafting isn’t easy, and it’s beginning to look like she won’t have a great idea in time. Fortunately, with a good doodle session and a whole lot of glitter to inspire her, Chloe figures out just the thing to save the day—and with a little help from her trusty glue gun, she just might save a friendship, too! This inventive and irresistible picture book will have young readers itching to reach for their googly eyes. Check out CraftyChloe.com to learn how to make the cool crafts featured in the book!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Chloe
Emma
London
Discussion points
What do you think makes Chloe feel happy when she creates things?
How would you help a friend who felt left out like London?
What would you create for your best friend's birthday?
Why do you think Chloe decided to make a gift instead of buying one?
How do you think London felt when she received Chloe’s gift?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences by asking if they’ve ever felt similar feelings as the characters in the story.
Praise creative thinking by discussing the different creations Chloe makes and perhaps brainstorm other fun craft ideas with your child.
Highlight the value of empathy and kindness as portrayed in the book, by asking your child how they can show these qualities in their everyday lives.
Discuss the importance of homemade gifts and the personal touch they carry, ask your child what they would like to make for their loved ones.
Use examples from the book to teach about problem-solving and self-confidence, especially focusing on the part where Chloe uses her creativity to solve a problem.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and resourcefulness
Explanation: Chloe uses her imagination and craft skills to create unique and personalized gifts, demonstrating that creativity can solve problems.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by using their imagination to craft solutions to everyday problems or create thoughtful handmade gifts.
Example Lesson: Self-esteem and confidence
Explanation: As Chloe takes pride in her handmade creations despite initial disapproval, she teaches children the value of believing in their own abilities.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to trust their skills and ideas, boosting their confidence when they receive positive reinforcement for their unique contributions.
Example Lesson: Empathy and kindness
Explanation: Chloe shows empathy by crafting a special gift for a friend, highlighting the importance of thinking about others' feelings.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to consider the feelings of others and express their care and appreciation through acts of kindness.
Example Lesson: Dealing with jealousy
Explanation: Chloe confronts feelings of jealousy when faced with a friend who buys an expensive store-bought gift, but she learns to manage her emotions constructively.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand that it's normal to feel jealous sometimes, but it's important to handle these feelings positively.
Example Lesson: Inclusivity
Explanation: Chloe’s story promotes inclusivity as she uses her talents to make everyone feel included, regardless of their interests or abilities.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to embrace and celebrate the differences in others, promoting a sense of community and belonging.