Five Minute Bedtime Tales
Five Minute Tales Series
What’s inside...
This book contains specially written bedtime tales that will delight little ones and ensure that the bedtime story doesn't take all night. It is considered a rare book.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
80 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Which tale was your favorite and why?
How would you feel if you were in the story? What would you do differently?
What did you learn from the characters in the tales?
Do any of the characters remind you of someone you know? How are they similar or different?
If you could create your own short tale, what would it be about?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story and how they might react to certain situations. This helps develop empathy and problem-solving skills.
Discuss the moral of each tale and connect it to real-life scenarios. This aids in understanding the consequences of actions.
Ask open-ended questions that prompt more than just a yes or no response to encourage critical thinking.
Share your own thoughts about the story to model how to think deeply about what you read.
If time allows, create a drawing or a small project based on the favorite tale to enhance creativity and keep the story engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of kindness
Explanation: The stories in 'Five Minute Bedtime Tales' often revolve around characters that learn the value of being kind to others, regardless of circumstances.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to show kindness in their everyday interactions at school or home by sharing, helping their friends, and being considerate of others' feelings.
Example Lesson: The power of teamwork
Explanation: Several tales in this book highlight how characters achieve more by working together rather than alone, showcasing the effectiveness of collaboration.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to participate in group activities and understand that cooperation is often the key to success, whether in school projects or family chores.
Example Lesson: The significance of honesty
Explanation: Characters that speak the truth, even when it's difficult, tend to have better resolutions in their stories, teaching children the value of honesty.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by being honest in their daily dealings, such as admitting mistakes or being truthful about their feelings.
Example Lesson: The necessity of perseverance
Explanation: The book includes stories where characters must keep trying despite difficulties, conveying the message that perseverance is crucial.
Real-World Application: Kids can reflect this by not giving up easily on their tasks, such as during difficult homework assignments or when learning new skills.