Jimmy Paul The Pug Tooth Fairy
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What’s inside...
The enchanting tale of Jimmy Paul, a pug with a peculiar job unlike any other: he's a tooth fairy! This whimsical story follows Jimmy Paul's adventures as he navigates the challenges and rewards of his unique profession, learning valuable lessons and touching the hearts of children along the way. Every child dreams of seeing the tooth fairy, and dogs are no exception. This happy dog family is planning to capture Jimmy Paul The Tooth Fairy. Your whole family will enjoy this family friendly adventure. This book is dedicated to Giles, Rascal, and Lola, all rescues that found their forever home and had stories of extreme challenges prior to their rescue. Giles, Lola, and Rascal had so much love to give their new family, creating a bond never to be broken.
Age
2-6
Length
34 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Jimmy Paul The Pug Tooth Fairy
Discussion points
What do you think Jimmy Paul the Pug felt when he first decided to become a tooth fairy?
How do you think the other characters felt about Jimmy’s new role?
What would you do if you were in Jimmy’s place and had to collect a tooth for the first time?
Why is it important to help others, like how Jimmy helps by collecting teeth?
What is one thing you learned from this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the character of Jimmy Paul to life, changing your tone to match his emotions.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story before turning the page, to keep them engaged and thinking.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their own version of a 'Pug Tooth Fairy', which can help them connect creatively with the story.
Discuss the importance of helping others and relate it to their everyday experiences to help them understand Jimmy’s actions in the book.
Link the story to your child’s own experiences with losing teeth and how they felt during those times to deepen their connection with the narrative.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Jimmy Paul the Pug takes on the duty of a tooth fairy with diligence, learning to be responsible for collecting children’s teeth.
Real-World Application: Children can emulate Jimmy Paul's sense of responsibility by taking care of their belongings or completing tasks such as homework without being reminded.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Throughout the story, Jimmy Paul shows kindness and understanding towards the children he visits, teaching empathy.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice empathy by being considerate of their friends’ feelings and learning to help others in distress.
Example Lesson: Importance of Oral Hygiene
Explanation: The story emphasizes the significance of keeping teeth clean, which Jimmy Paul collects only if they're well-maintained.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to brush their teeth regularly and maintain good dental habits.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Jimmy Paul faces various challenges in his tooth fairy duties but continues to strive to fulfill his role.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to persist in the face of obstacles, whether in learning new skills or completing difficult tasks.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The unique idea of a pug being a tooth fairy showcases creativity.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to think creatively in their play or problem-solving, exploring roles and ideas that are outside of the box.