Hooray for the Golly Sisters! (An I Can Read Book)
#1 of 91 in Golly Sisters Series
What’s inside...
In continued adventures, May-May and Rose take their traveling road show to more audiences.
Discussion points
What do you think makes the Golly Sisters so joyful and unique?
How do the sisters handle problems that arise during their adventures?
Can you think of a time when teamwork helped you solve a problem, like the Golly Sisters?
What lesson do you think we can learn from the Golly Sisters' experiences?
If you were on an adventure with the Golly Sisters, what fun activities would you like to do?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage children to express their thoughts and feelings about the story by relating it to their own experiences. Use these questions as a guide to help children critically think about the themes of teamwork, resilience, and joy. Highlight similarities between the sibling dynamics in the book and those within your own family to make the conversation more relatable and engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of family bonds
Explanation: The Golly Sisters, May-May and Rose, demonstrate a close-knit bond throughout their adventures, supporting and caring for each other.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the value of supporting family members during challenges and enjoying shared experiences, strengthening their family relationships.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of challenges
Explanation: Despite various obstacles during their travels, the Golly Sisters adapt and persevere, showcasing a positive attitude.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to remain resilient and optimistic, even when faced with difficulties, encouraging them to tackle problems head-on.
Example Lesson: Embracing individuality and uniqueness
Explanation: The Golly Sisters each have distinct personalities and talents, which they proudly display during their performances.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to appreciate their own unique traits and those of others, promoting self-confidence and acceptance in social situations.
Example Lesson: The power of laughter and humor
Explanation: Throughout the book, humor plays a crucial role in overcoming adversity and connecting with others.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of laughter in coping with life's struggles and in bonding with people around them.
Example Lesson: Creative problem-solving
Explanation: The sisters often come up with imaginative solutions to their problems, using their creativity and resourcefulness.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to think creatively when facing their own challenges, using innovation and resourcefulness to find solutions.