Fairy Bell Sisters: Lily and the Fancy-dress Party
#5 in Fairy Bell Sisters Series
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What’s inside...
Before Tinker Bell flew to Never Land and met Peter Pan, she lived on Sheepskerry Island with her fairy sisters Clara, Lily, Rosie, Silver, and Squeak the baby. The young fairies go to fairy school and love tea parties, dressing up, and exciting adventures. Lily's dreams of dressing up come true as she goes to Queen Titania's annual fancy-dress competition. Eager to meet the fashionable town fairies on the mainland, Lily soon finds not all fairies are friendly. Without her Fairy Bell sisters to help, Lily's adventure spells trouble. Can she turn a dressing-up disaster into a prize-winning success? This enchanting series, with beautiful illustrations, will captivate young readers.
Discussion points
What would you do if you were invited to a fancy-dress party like Lily? How would you feel?
Lily faces some challenges in the story. Can you think of a time when you faced a challenge and how you handled it?
How did Lily’s sisters help her with the party preparations? Why do you think teamwork is important?
What did you learn from the story about being a good friend?
If you could create a magical costume for a party, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences to Lily’s story, enhancing empathy and understanding.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and collaboration as showcased by Lily and her sisters, linking it to everyday situations your child encounters.
Explore the theme of overcoming challenges by asking your child about their own experiences and feelings in similar situations.
Highlight the elements of friendship and kindness in the story, prompting your child to think about how they can be a good friend in their own life.
Use creative questions, like designing a magical costume, to stimulate your child’s imagination and engage in creative thinking together.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Creativity
Explanation: In the story, Lily demonstrates creativity by designing a unique costume for the fancy-dress party.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to express themselves creatively in real-life situations, whether in art projects, problem-solving, or play.
Example Lesson: Value of Teamwork
Explanation: Lily and her sisters work together to help each other prepare for the party, highlighting the significance of collaborative efforts.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of cooperating and supporting peers or family members in group tasks at school or home.
Example Lesson: Being Resourceful
Explanation: Lily uses available resources to create her costume, instead of buying something new, demonstrating resourcefulness.
Real-World Application: Children learn to utilize what they have before seeking new materials, promoting sustainability and innovation in everyday challenges.
Example Lesson: Overcoming Shyness
Explanation: Despite feeling shy, Lily decides to participate in the party, overcoming her fears and enjoying the celebration.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand that facing their fears, particularly social anxieties, can lead to enjoyable and rewarding experiences.
Example Lesson: Importance of Kindness
Explanation: Throughout the preparations and during the party, Lily shows kindness to others, making the event enjoyable for everyone.
Real-World Application: Promotes the practice of kindness and consideration in interactions with others, essential for building healthy relationships and community.