I Completely Must Do Drawing Now
Charlie & Lola Series
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What’s inside...
Charlie and Lola's Coloring Book is a creative outlet for children, inspired by Charlie's little sister Lola who loves drawing, cutting, sticking, painting, and coloring. With twenty-four pages to fill, children are encouraged to draw, color, paint, cut things out, and even find objects outside to include in their pictures. The book provides a colorful adventure, even on rainy days, with simple text, activities, and plenty of space to bring imagination to life.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Charlie
Lola
Discussion points
What did you think about Lola’s determination to draw everything she sees? How does it inspire you?
If you could draw any scene from today, what would it be and why?
Lola uses her drawings to express her feelings. What emotions do you think you could express through your drawings?
How do you think Lola felt when she completed her drawing project? Have you ever felt similar after finishing a project?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe the drawings in the book and compare them with what they might draw themselves.
Discuss the importance of persistence and creativity, highlighting how Lola doesn’t give up on her artistic endeavours.
Use drawing as a bonding activity post-reading, where both of you draw your favorite part of the day or a key scene from the book.
Ask your child to explain why they chose specific colors or subjects in their drawings, linking back to Lola’s choices in the book.
Reflect on the book's themes and messages with your child, encouraging them to articulate their thoughts and connection to the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Expressing creativity
Explanation: The protagonist demonstrates how engaging in drawing nurtures creativity and personal expression.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to engage in art or other creative activities to express themselves uniquely.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: The story emphasizes the importance of persistence as the character insists on drawing despite challenges.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the value of continuing to try and improve in their tasks, even when they find them difficult.
Example Lesson: Independence
Explanation: The character's determination to draw by herself showcases self-reliance and independence.
Real-World Application: Children are motivated to undertake and complete tasks on their own, fostering a sense of independence.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, the character encounters and resolves challenges related to drawing, demonstrating effective problem-solving.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to think critically and find solutions when faced with obstacles.
Example Lesson: Enjoyment in learning
Explanation: The joy shown by the character in learning to draw underlines the pleasure found in acquiring new skills.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to approach learning as an enjoyable, enriching activity, leading to lifelong curiosity.