Della Helps
What’s inside...
The fun-loving tale of Della and her quest to be 'helpful' and the importance of recognizing that.....even if it's not. This is a must have for every kids bookshelf, and a sure go-to at story time.
Discussion points
How did Della's actions help her friends in the story?
What would you do if you were in Della's position?
How did you feel about the choices that Della made?
What does being helpful mean to you?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone like Della did?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the reasons behind Della's actions and their outcomes.
Relate the situations in the book to your child’s own experiences to make the discussion more relevant and engaging.
Praise empathetic and thoughtful responses to reinforce the positive messages from the book.
Ask your child how they might apply the lessons learned from Della’s story in their own life.
Use examples from the book to discuss the importance of teamwork and community support.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: In 'Della Helps,' Della shows empathy by understanding her friends' feelings and helping them solve their problems.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by being attentive to their peers' emotions and offering support or help when someone is upset or in trouble.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Della encounters various challenges which she addresses using critical thinking and creativity.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think critically and creatively to solve problems they encounter in school or during play.
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: Della works together with her friends to find solutions, emphasizing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of working together with siblings or classmates to achieve common goals, enhancing their ability to cooperate in team settings.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Della takes initiative to help her friends, demonstrating responsibility for her actions and their outcomes.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and being proactive in helping others.
Example Lesson: Kindness
Explanation: The character consistently shows kindness to everyone, regardless of the situation, reinforcing the significance of being kind.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to show kindness in all interactions, fostering a positive environment at home, school, or during extracurricular activities.