Freckleface Strawberry
#6 of 3 in Freckleface Strawberry Series
What’s inside...
Academy Award-winning actress and New York Times bestselling author Julianne Moore brings us more adventures from Freckleface Strawberry! Everyone’s favorite red-haired seven-year-old has a loose tooth! And if it comes out at school, she gets a special prize from the nurse. But what if it doesn’t budge before the bell rings? Kids who are at the stage of wiggly teeth will laugh along as they read this light and funny story about Freckleface’s pursuit of the ultimate loose-tooth prize. With predictable sentence patterns, simple words, frequent repetition, and bright, colorful illustrations, this is a new Freckleface Strawberry book that young readers can read all by themselves!
Discussion points
How do you think Freckleface Strawberry feels when others tease her about her freckles?
What makes Freckleface Strawberry unique and special? Can you think of qualities that make you unique?
Why did Freckleface Strawberry try to hide her freckles? Have you ever wanted to change something about yourself?
How did Freckleface Strawberry's friends respond when they saw her trying to hide her freckles?
What did Freckleface Strawberry learn about herself by the end of the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story and relate it to their own experiences with uniqueness and acceptance.
Highlight the importance of embracing individual differences by discussing the positive traits of each character in the book.
Ask your child to think about times they felt different and how they dealt with those feelings, fostering empathy and self-awareness.
Reinforce the message that everyone is special in their own way, and that it's okay to be proud of who they are.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Individuality
Explanation: The protagonist, Freckleface Strawberry, learns to accept and love her unique freckles, showcasing that differences make us special.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate their own unique traits and understand that everyone has something special about them that deserves embrace and pride.
Example Lesson: Overcoming Bullying
Explanation: The book addresses how Freckleface Strawberry deals with being teased by her peers, and ultimately, how she stands up for herself.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to stand up against bullying and teaches them strategies to confidently handle similar situations in school or playgrounds.
Example Lesson: The Power of Friendship
Explanation: Despite her insecurities, Freckleface Strawberry finds support and acceptance from her friends, highlighting the importance of friendship.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of building supportive friendships and being a good friend to others, promoting an inclusive and supportive community environment.
Example Lesson: Self-Acceptance
Explanation: Through her journey, Freckleface Strawberry learns to accept herself as she is, instead of trying to hide or change her appearance.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children develop a positive self-image and self-esteem, crucial for their mental and emotional well-being.