I Care About: My Family
I Care About Series
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What’s inside...
This heartwarming book explores the importance of family through engaging stories and colorful illustrations. It teaches young readers about the value of love, support, and caring in a family setting. The book covers topics such as everyday family life, special days, sharing with siblings, and resolving arguments. It also introduces the 'I care about' series, which includes other titles focused on promoting self-esteem, confidence, and emotional understanding in children aged 4+. The quirky and fun illustrations by Michael Buxton are designed to inspire a child's imagination.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some ways you show your family that you care about them?
How do you feel when family members help and support each other?
Can you think of a time when a family member made you feel special?
Why is it important to listen to our family members?
How can we show love and respect to each member of our family?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use the illustrations in the book to guide the conversation, pointing out expressions and actions of family members.
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences by sharing your family stories that echo the themes of the book.
Praise your child for sharing and being open during the discussion, reinforcing the importance of communication within the family.
Ask follow-up questions that are specific to your child's thoughts and feelings to delve deeper into their understanding and perspective.
End the conversation by planning a family activity that incorporates the values discussed, such as a special family dinner or a group volunteer activity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of family
Explanation: Through various family interactions and supportive scenarios, the book emphasizes the strength and comfort family provides.
Real-World Application: Children can appreciate and value their family members, fostering stronger family bonds and support structures in their everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Characters in the story express their feelings and support each other, demonstrating how understanding others' perspectives strengthens relationships.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to listen and empathize with their peers and family members, improving their social interactions and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Cooperation and teamwork
Explanation: Family members in the book work together to solve problems and achieve common goals, showcasing the benefits of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these principles at school during group activities or at home when helping with family chores, promoting effective collaboration and shared success.
Example Lesson: Resolving conflicts
Explanation: The book presents healthy ways of dealing with family disagreements, encouraging communication and compromise.
Real-World Application: Children can use these conflict resolution techniques to handle disputes with friends or siblings, leading to more harmonious relationships.
Example Lesson: Celebrating individuality
Explanation: Each family member’s unique traits are recognized and celebrated, teaching the value of individual differences.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to embrace their own uniqueness and appreciate the differences in others, fostering inclusivity and self-confidence in social settings.