Elliot the Cat
What’s inside...
The book titled 'Elliot the Cat' tells the story of a house pet cat who dreams of living like a lion. After escaping her home, she meets a male lion who teaches her how to live like a true lion and accepts her as part of his family.
Discussion points
How do you think Elliot felt when he was trying to find his way home?
What would you do if you were in Elliot’s situation?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone, just like how Elliot's friends helped him?
What does friendship mean to you, based on Elliot’s story?
How do you think the story would change if Elliot chose not to ask for help?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings and thoughts about Elliot’s adventures. Use open-ended questions to delve deeper into the story’s themes such as friendship, bravery, and perseverance. Relate the scenarios in the book to your child’s personal experiences to enhance empathy and understanding. Highlight the importance of asking for help and teamwork as demonstrated in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Elliot the Cat showcases empathy by understanding and helping his friends in the story who face challenges or feel sad.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to recognize emotions in others and offer help or kind words, fostering a supportive and understanding environment.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the book, Elliot encounters obstacles but continues to try hard and doesn't give up, teaching resilience.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to keep trying despite difficulties, whether in school tasks, sports, or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: Elliot demonstrates the value of friendship by being loyal and caring to his companions, which plays a key role in the story’s progression.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of building and maintaining relationships, showing loyalty and care towards their friends.
Example Lesson: Creative Problem Solving
Explanation: Elliot uses creativity to solve problems that he and his friends face, highlighting the effectiveness of creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think outside the box and use creativity to navigate challenges in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Elliot takes responsibility for his actions in the story, which helps resolve conflicts and strengthens relationships.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to take responsibility for their actions which aids in personal development and social interactions.