It's a Bluey Christmas! Box Set
Bluey Series
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What’s inside...
Join Bluey and her family on a fun-filled holiday adventure. The box set contains specially themed Christmas episodes, engaging activities and surprises for young fans to enjoy. This two-book box set includes fun Christmas ornaments, perfect for celebrating the holiday with your friends and family! Based on the wildly successful animated series.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
64 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Bluey Heeler
Bingo Heeler
Chilli Heeler
Bandit Heeler
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of Bluey's Christmas adventure and why?
How do you think Bluey felt when preparing for Christmas?
What are some Christmas traditions you would like to start like Bluey did?
How did the characters in the book show kindness and teamwork during Christmas preparations?
If you could give any gift to Bluey, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story by relating it to their own experiences of Christmas. Ask them to imagine themselves in the story and think about how they would interact with Bluey and his friends. Highlight the themes of sharing, family, and joy during discussions to deepen their understanding of the holiday spirit. Use expressions and voice modulation to make the story reading more engaging and entertaining. After reading, consider watching an episode of Bluey to visualize the book’s themes and enhance connection with the characters.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of sharing
Explanation: In the story, Bluey and her sister Bingo learn the joy of sharing their toys and holiday treats with their friends and family.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by sharing their own belongings, like toys or snacks, with their peers, fostering a sense of generosity and cooperation.
Example Lesson: Value of family traditions
Explanation: The book showcases the Heeler family engaging in Christmas traditions, such as decorating the tree together and preparing for Santa's visit.
Real-World Application: Children can appreciate and participate in their family's traditions or help create new ones, strengthening family bonds and creating lasting memories.
Example Lesson: Understanding and expressing feelings
Explanation: Throughout the book, Bluey and Bingo navigate various emotions related to the excitement and occasional disappointments of the holiday season.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children in recognizing their own emotions and expressing them in a healthy way, vital for emotional development and communication.
Example Lesson: The spirit of giving
Explanation: The narrative emphasizes not just receiving gifts but the joy of giving, as Bluey and Bingo think about what presents to give to their parents and friends.
Real-World Application: Children learn that giving to others can be just as rewarding as receiving, encouraging acts of kindness and thoughtfulness.