Daddy, Tell Me a Story
What’s inside...
Celebrate the special bond between fathers and daughters with this silly picture book about a bedtime story gone awry. Bedtime is looming, and Sophie wants to hear a story. So she asks her dad—the best storyteller she knows—to tell her one. He's just started telling a story about a queen and a unicorn when—HOLD ON—this is not the story Sophie had envisioned! She interrupts to request a teeny, tiny change. And then she interrupts again, and again, and again, resulting in an entertaining game of storytelling ping pong as Sophie and Daddy work together to create an unforgettable tale. This beautifully illustrated book is a sweet tribute to daughters, their daddies, and the time they share together.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the story, and why?
How did you feel when the daddy in the book told a story?
What kind of story would you like to tell if you were the daddy?
Why do you think stories are important?
If you could ask the daddy in the book one question, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child to recount the story in their own words, which can help improve their recall and sequencing skills.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story’s events, fostering emotional intelligence.
Use the book as a prompt to have your child create their own short story, enhancing their creativity and writing skills.
Discuss the moral of the stories told in the book, promoting a deeper understanding of the lessons conveyed.
Create a regular 'story time' inspired by the book, to make reading a fun and anticipated part of your child's daily routine.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Family Bonding
Explanation: Through the father's engaging storytelling, the book showcases the deep connections that are fostered through shared family moments.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and prioritize time spent with family, enhancing their interpersonal relationships and emotional security.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: As the father crafts captivating stories, children are encouraged to explore their own creativity and imagination.
Real-World Application: This stimulates creative thinking and problem-solving skills, which can be beneficial in academic settings and personal growth.
Example Lesson: Listening Skills
Explanation: The child's attentive listening to the father's stories emphasizes the importance of being a good listener.
Real-World Application: Improving listening skills aids in better comprehension and communication abilities in school and other social interactions.
Example Lesson: Learning from Stories
Explanation: The stories told by the father often include morals and lessons, teaching the child indirectly through characters and plots.
Real-World Application: Children learn to reflect on the stories' messages and apply these morals in real-life situations, aiding in moral development.
Example Lesson: Value of Tradition
Explanation: The recurring storytelling sessions between father and child highlight the importance of creating and maintaining family traditions.
Real-World Application: It encourages children to appreciate and carry forward family customs, fostering a sense of identity and belonging.