Daisy and the Trouble with Christmas
Daisy Books Series
What’s inside...
Daisy is a spirited young girl who encounters a series of humorous challenges and misadventures as she navigates the excitement and chaos of the Christmas season. From deciding on the perfect present to managing holiday expectations, Daisy learns valuable life lessons about the importance of family, the spirit of giving, and the true meaning of Christmas. A brilliantly funny story of Christmas chaos starring the one and only Daisy, from the bestselling author behind the hilarious OI FROG series. Daisy is SOOOOOOOO excited about Christmas! She loves the carols, the crackers, and especially the chance to be in the school Christmas play. She's got SEVEN whole words to learn! But when Daisy and her best friend Gabby decide the dolly their teacher has chosen to play the Baby Jesus is a bit . . . well, boring, Daisy comes up with a plan that will mean TROUBLE!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-5
Length
240 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Daisy learned about the true meaning of Christmas?
How did Daisy's actions affect others in the story, and what can we learn from that?
What would you have done differently if you were Daisy and why?
How do the different characters in the book celebrate Christmas, and how does that compare to our celebration?
What are some ways we can help others during the holiday season like some characters in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts by asking them to relate personal experiences similar to Daisy's.
Use expressions from the book to keep discussions lively and relatable.
Revisit your child's responses to see if their perspectives evolve after each reading.
Praise their responses to build confidence in expressing thoughts and opinions.
Discuss the various family and cultural traditions during Christmas depicted in the book and compare them with your own.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: Daisy learns the value of being honest after realizing that exaggerating the truth can lead to misunderstandings and trouble.
Real-World Application: Children can understand the significance of telling the truth and being clear in their communications with others to avoid unnecessary complications.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: Throughout the book, Daisy experiences the outcomes of her decisions, teaching readers that actions have consequences.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to think about the potential results of their actions before they act, helping them make more thoughtful decisions in real-life situations.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Daisy learns to consider others' feelings, especially during the festive season when emotions run high.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children appreciate the perspectives and emotions of others, fostering kindness and empathy in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Resilience in facing challenges
Explanation: Daisy shows resilience when things don’t go as planned, teaching kids to stay positive and keep trying.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by staying determined and optimistic, even when they face setbacks or challenges.
Example Lesson: The joy of giving
Explanation: Daisy discovers the happiness that comes from giving and sharing with others, particularly in the season of giving.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to enjoy the act of giving and understand that sharing can bring happiness to themselves and others.