Inside Out Read-Along Storybook and CD
Read-Along Storybook and CD Series
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What’s inside...
Jump inside Riley's mind and get to know the Emotions who know her best: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust. Relive all of the adventure from the Disney*Pixar film, Inside Out, with this storybook-and-CD-set. The CD includes word-for-word narration, thrilling sound effects, and original character voices from the movie!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Joy
Riley
Riley'S Mom
Disgust
Sadness
Riley'S Father
Bing Bong
Anger
Fear
Discussion points
How do you think Joy helps Riley handle her emotions?
What changes did you notice in Riley when Sadness was in control?
Can you tell me about a time when you felt like Anger took over your reactions?
Why do you think it's important for all the emotions to work together?
Which emotion do you relate to the most and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
To foster a deeper connection with the story, relate the experiences of Riley’s emotions to real-life situations your child has faced. Encourage them to express how they felt during those moments and discuss different ways emotions can be managed. This not only enhances understanding of the story’s themes but also aids in emotional development.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding and managing emotions
Explanation: The story navigates through various emotions experienced by the characters, helping children recognize and name their feelings.
Real-World Application: Children learn to express their emotions constructively in real-life situations, improving their emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Characters in the book demonstrate understanding and sensitivity to each other’s feelings, teaching children about empathy.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children develop the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, enhancing their interpersonal relationships and social interactions.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: The characters work together to solve problems, showcasing the importance of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of working with others to achieve common goals, which is a vital skill in educational settings and beyond.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The story highlights how characters overcome emotional challenges, showcasing resilience.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to persevere through their own challenges and difficulties, fostering a resilient mindset.
Example Lesson: Importance of self-awareness
Explanation: The journey of the characters encourages self-reflection and awareness.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by acknowledging and understanding their strengths and weaknesses, aiding their personal development.