Lars and the Lemmings (a little polar bear story)
#3 in Kleine IJsbeer Series
on Goodreads (8)
What’s inside...
'Lars and the Lemmings' is a heartwarming tale in a series featuring Lars, a cheerful polar bear. In this story, Lars encounters a group of lemmings who are feeling downhearted. With his sunny disposition and friendly nature, Lars helps lift their spirits and brings joy to their lives, teaching children the importance of kindness and the power of a positive attitude.
Discussion points
Why do you think Lars wanted to help the lemmings?
What would you do if you met someone who needed help like the lemmings did?
How do you think the lemmings felt when they met Lars?
What did you learn about friendship from Lars’s story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to put themselves in Lars’s shoes and explore feelings of empathy and kindness.
Ask your child to draw parallels between Lars's adventures and their own experiences with friends.
Use the story as an opportunity to discuss the importance of helping others and making positive choices.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: In 'Lars and the Lemmings', Lars the polar bear meets and helps the lemmings despite their differences, teaching the value of empathizing with others.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and understand people who are different from them, promoting inclusiveness and kindness in everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Courage and Adventure
Explanation: Lars shows bravery when exploring new parts of the Arctic and helping his new friends, which underlines the importance of courage in facing the unknown.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be adventurous and brave when trying new activities or facing challenges at school or home.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the story, Lars encounters various challenges that he overcomes through clever thinking and perseverance.
Real-World Application: This illustrates the benefit of critical thinking and persistence, inspiring children to tackle their problems thoughtfully and persistently.