I Love You Little One
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What’s inside...
A heart-warming bedtime picture book all about the love between a parent and child. One guinea pig mummy loves her little one so much more than she can say. As they spend a fun-filled day together - painting, reading, baking and sharing a very special picnic - she finds lots of different ways to show the very special love between a mother and child. This delightful picture book from Holly Surplice, creator of Hush-a-Bye Bunny and Guinea Pig Party, is the perfect gift for Mothers' Day. Featuring gorgeous artwork, full of warmth and humour, and accompanied by lullaby rhyming text, this story cleverly introduces each of the five senses: sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-5
Length
26 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What is your favorite way to show someone that you love them, just like the characters in the book?
How do you think the little animals feel when they are told 'I love you'?
Can you think of a time when someone made you feel loved and cared for?
Why do you think it's important to tell our friends and family that we love them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use a warm and comforting tone while reading to create a loving atmosphere.
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about love and affection mentioned in the story.
Relate the scenarios in the book to real-life situations to make the conversation more personal and meaningful.
Praise your child for opening up about their feelings, which reinforces their sense of security and love.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Expressing emotions
Explanation: In 'I Love You Little One,' the story emphasizes the beauty of openly expressing love and affection. As the characters interact warmly, children witness positive emotional expressions.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to express their feelings more openly and warmly with family and friends, fostering a nurturing environment.
Example Lesson: Importance of family
Explanation: The narrative showcases various animals caring for their young, highlighting the universal theme of familial love and support across different species.
Real-World Application: Children can reflect on the importance of family support in their own lives and appreciate the diverse forms of care and compassion shown by their family members.
Example Lesson: Acceptance and Inclusion
Explanation: The book depicts different animal families, promoting a message of acceptance and inclusion irrespective of differences.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be accepting and inclusive of peers who might seem different from them, promoting harmony and understanding in social interactions.
Example Lesson: Comfort in Consistency
Explanation: The reassuring repetition of 'I love you little one' throughout the book provides a sense of safety and consistency, key elements in healthy child development.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to find comfort in the consistent routines and reassurances provided by their caregivers, enhancing their emotional security.