Diary of a Big Bad Wolf: Your favourite fairytales from a hilarious new point of view!
What’s inside...
Your favourite fairytales from a BIG, BAD point of view! The instant bestseller from Ben Miller - out now! The big, bad wolf hasn't had a great winter. He's cold, lonely and hungry . . . But things are about to change - he's going to take the Fairytale Woods by STORM.
Age
7-8
Length
240 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the Big Bad Wolf felt when he encountered each fairytale character?
How would you feel if you were in the Big Bad Wolf's shoes in one of the stories?
Why do you think the author chose to tell the fairytales from the Wolf's perspective?
What did you learn about understanding different points of view from this book?
If you could write a story from the perspective of another 'villain', who would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story without fear of judgment. Use a gentle tone to invite open conversation. Connect the themes of the book to real-life situations to enhance understanding and empathy. Ask your child to imagine alternative endings based on different choices characters might make, fostering creativity and critical thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: The story offers a new perspective by narrating from the wolf’s point of view, allowing children to understand and empathize with a character traditionally seen as a villain.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to consider others' perspectives and feelings before making judgments, promoting empathy in their interactions with peers.
Example Lesson: The Importance of Telling Your Own Story
Explanation: The wolf takes control of the narrative, providing an alternative version of events typically portrayed in classic fairytales.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to express their own viewpoints and understand the power of controlling their personal narratives in real-world situations.
Example Lesson: Critical Thinking
Explanation: By presenting a different viewpoint of well-known stories, the book prompts readers to question and analyze the information rather than accepting it at face value.
Real-World Application: This can cultivate a habit of critical thinking in children, helping them to evaluate situations and information more effectively in daily life.
Example Lesson: Resilience and Redemption
Explanation: The wolf character shows growth and change, teaching that everyone can redeem themselves and learn from past mistakes.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand that mistakes are part of learning and growth, and that everyone has the capacity for change.