Fancy Nancy: Tea Parties
Fancy Nancy Series
What’s inside...
In her own inimitable style, the girl who loves to use fancy words provides tips on how to host the perfect tea party, describing how to behave, food and drinks to serve, games to play, and much more. You're invited to a tea party! Join in the fun with hostess extraordinaire Fancy Nancy. Fancy Nancy shares her favorite tea-party tips: from what to wear, which refreshments to serve, and how to make absolutely everything—even paper plates and plastic spoons—trés elegant! A perfect gentle and friendly etiquette teaching tool, Tea Parties is a great gift for your little hostess! With a little imagination, they too can create an exquisite tea party that is perfect for friends and family. R.S.V.P. oui, oui, oui! Recipe cards included! From the dazzling New York Times bestselling duo Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of Nancy's tea party and why?
How did Nancy make her guests feel special during the tea party?
If you could plan your own fancy tea party, what would it look like?
Why do you think it is important to say 'please' and 'thank you' at a tea party?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe what they would include in their own tea party, discussing both the decorations and the kinds of tea or snacks.
Discuss the importance of manners at social gatherings, as demonstrated by Nancy, and how they can be applied in everyday situations.
Use the book’s illustrations to engage your child further, asking them to point out different fancy items they see and what makes them fancy.
Create a small tea party setup at home to bring the book's themes to life, allowing your child to practice hosting and participating in a tea party.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Etiquette and Manners
Explanation: Fancy Nancy teaches the importance of polite behavior through her preparation and hosting of a tea party.
Real-World Application: Children learn to be considerate and respectful in social settings, enhancing their interactions at school and during extracurricular activities.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Expression
Explanation: Nancy uses her imagination to create an elaborate and fancy tea party, demonstrating self-expression through decoration and themes.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to express themselves creatively in play and other activities, fostering a sense of individuality and confidence.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Nancy takes on the responsibility of planning and executing the tea party, showing the steps involved in organizing an event.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand the importance of responsibility and being accountable for tasks they undertake, such as planning their own small events or managing daily duties.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Nancy encounters and resolves challenges like fixing decorations and adjusting to her friends’ preferences during the tea party.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to think critically and solve problems when things don’t go as planned, which is a valuable skill in academics and personal life.
Example Lesson: Social Skills
Explanation: Through interacting with her friends during the tea party, Nancy illustrates valuable social skills like sharing, listening, and collaborating.
Real-World Application: Promotes better interpersonal skills in children, aiding their ability to work and play cooperatively with others.