Empty Fridge
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Activity Wipe Clean Book & Pen for Early Learning Fun. Packed With Delightful Images & Activities To Keep Children Busy & Entertained With Wipe Away Pen. A quirky picture book that taps into strong themes in children's lives: the love of food and cooking, sharing, and the importance of good friends and neighbors
Discussion points
What would you do if you opened your fridge and it was empty? How would you feel?
Can you think of different ways the characters could solve their problem?
Why do you think sharing is important in the story?
How do the characters feel at the beginning of the book compared to the end?
What would you include in a meal if you were sharing food with your friends?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child to guess what the book might be about just by looking at the cover.
Pause at key moments in the story to ask your child how they think a character is feeling or what they might do next.
After finishing the book, involve your child in a small activity like planning a meal with items you both pick from your kitchen.
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading more interactive and entertaining.
Relate the story to real-life situations by discussing a time you or your child shared something and how it made them feel.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Sharing
Explanation: The narrative explores scenarios where characters must share limited resources found in an empty fridge, promoting cooperation.
Real-World Application: Children learn to share toys and snacks with their peers, fostering a sense of community and teamwork.
Example Lesson: Creativity in Problem Solving
Explanation: As the characters face the challenge of an empty fridge, they come up with imaginative solutions to create a meal together.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think creatively when faced with challenges, such as building something unique with available toys or materials.
Example Lesson: Value of Community Support
Explanation: The story highlights how neighbors come together to solve a common problem, thereby emphasizing the strength of community.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of helping others in their community, such as participating in group activities or community clean-ups.
Example Lesson: Gratitude for What You Have
Explanation: Throughout the story, characters express appreciation for any food they find and share, underscoring gratitude.
Real-World Application: Instills an attitude of gratitude in children for the things they have, such as thanking parents for meals or friends for sharing their toys.