How Are You? / ¿Cómo estás?
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Angela Dominguez's 'How Are You? / ¿Cómo estás?' is the board book follow-up to 'How Do You Say? / ¿Cómo se dice?' in which two young giraffes meet a baby ostrich and must guess how their potential new friend is feeling. When two giraffe friends find a baby ostrich, they have some questions. Is baby ostrich hungry? Shy? Tired? Ostrich says no! So how does she feel? Friendship awaits in this book about feelings, expressed both in English and in Spanish.
Age
0-4
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some ways you can tell how someone is feeling without them saying anything?
Can you think of a time when you felt like one of the characters in the book? What happened and how did you feel?
Why do you think it’s important to ask others how they are feeling?
How do you like to be comforted when you're sad or upset?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive facial expressions and voice modulation while discussing the book to make the conversation more engaging and relatable.
Encourage your child to draw or act out different emotions they recall from the book, enhancing their understanding and empathy.
After reading, give real-life examples of situations where you or they asked someone how they were feeling, discussing the outcomes and feelings involved.
Validate all emotions your child expresses during this discussion, reinforcing that all feelings are important and it’s okay to talk about them.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Emotional Identification
Explanation: The book explores various emotions, helping children recognize and name their feelings.
Real-World Application: Children can better communicate their emotions and understand others' feelings, promoting empathy and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Bilingual Language Skills
Explanation: Presented in both English and Spanish, this book encourages bilingual literacy and language development.
Real-World Application: Children can apply their knowledge of two languages in diverse settings, enhancing cognitive flexibility and cultural awareness.
Example Lesson: Social Interaction Skills
Explanation: By asking 'How Are You?' the book simulates a common social interaction, teaching polite conversational skills.
Real-World Application: Children can use these skills to engage more confidently and respectfully with peers and adults in their community.
Example Lesson: Expressing Curiosity
Explanation: The repetitive questioning in the book models a natural curiosity about the feelings of others.
Real-World Application: It encourages children to inquire about and be considerate of the perspectives and experiences of those around them.