Flowy: An Illustrated Book for Kids About Friendship (Lucy's World 2)
#2 in El mundo de Lucía (Lucy's world) Series
What’s inside...
In the second installment of Lucy's World, Lucy embarks on a heartwarming adventure with her new friend, Flowy. Together, they explore the themes of friendship, understanding, and the joy of discovering the world around them. Flowy, a shy and nice flower, is a beautiful gift received by Lucy. However, taking care of Flowy brings an important lesson of responsibility for Lucy. Through their story, the book aims to show the values of friendship and responsibility, and seeks to encourage creativity and imagination in its readers, while also providing fun. Flowy is a children’s early learning book suitable as a read aloud book for baby, toddler, and preschool readers, or a self-read book for older children.
Discussion points
What do you think makes Flowy and Lucy good friends?
How do you feel when you help your friends like Flowy helps Lucy?
Can you think of a time you solved a problem with a friend? What happened?
Why is it important to have friends who support and understand us?
How do you think Lucy felt when Flowy was there for her? How would you feel?
Tip: Role play these questions
Utilize pauses after each question to give your child time to think and respond fully.
Show genuine interest in their answers, and ask follow-up questions to delve deeper into their thoughts.
Relate the book's scenarios to real-life situations in your child's world to help them connect with the themes on a personal level.
Encourage your child to express their feelings and thoughts openly, reassuring them that all their feelings are valid.
Use examples from the book to discuss the qualities of a good friend, emphasizing empathy, support, and kindness.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The Value of Friendship
Explanation: The book 'Flowy' explores the dynamics of friendship through the character interactions and their mutual support during their adventures.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of supporting and being there for their friends in real-life situations, whether in school or during play.
Example Lesson: Embracing Diversity
Explanation: In 'Flowy', various characters from different backgrounds come together, highlighting the beauty of diversity and inclusiveness.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be open-minded and accepting towards peers who may look or act differently from themselves, fostering a more inclusive environment at school and in the community.
Example Lesson: Resolving Conflicts
Explanation: The plot presents conflicts among the characters, which are resolved through communication and understanding, teaching children effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply these skills to resolve disagreements with their peers or siblings in a peaceful and constructive manner.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: The characters in 'Flowy' often face challenges that they overcome by being brave and taking initiative.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their own fears and challenges courageously, be it trying new activities, standing up for themselves, or dealing with changes.
Example Lesson: The Joy of Sharing
Explanation: In the story, characters share their belongings and emotions which leads to stronger friendships and happiness.
Real-World Application: This teaches kids the value of sharing with others, which can lead to more positive interactions and friendships at school and at home.