Little Boo Saves the Halloween
#3 of 10 in Cozy Reading Nook Series
What’s inside...
It's time to trick-or-treat with Boo, the little witch! She and her black kitten are excited to celebrate Halloween, their favorite holiday. They need to decorate the house, buy candies, and find the perfect pumpkin for a jack-o-lantern. Along the way to the pumpkin patch, Boo meets her friends, little monsters who live in uniquely decorated houses. Everyone wants to join Boo and find their own pumpkin. Follow along in this rhyming story, beautifully illustrated by Helen Potyomkina, to see what adventures await them and if anything could threaten their celebration. This book makes a perfect Halloween read and can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Discussion points
What do you think Little Boo learned on his adventure?
How did Little Boo help his friends during Halloween?
Why is it important to help others, like Little Boo did?
How would you have solved the problems Little Boo encountered?
What was your favorite part of the story, and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing your favorite part of the story, to encourage your child to express their thoughts.
Ask your child to draw a scene from the book where Little Boo is helping his friends. Discuss the drawing together.
While discussing the book, link the story to real-life situations where helping others can be important.
Praise your child’s responses to foster confidence in expressing their viewpoints and understanding of the story’s moral.
Encourage your child to think about what Little Boo might do next if the story continued, enhancing their imagination and storytelling skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Bravery
Explanation: Little Boo confronts his fears head-on when he decides to save Halloween, showing immense courage throughout the story.
Real-World Application: Children can mimic Little Boo’s bravery in their lives by facing their own fears such as trying new activities or standing up for themselves.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the adventure, Little Boo teams up with friends to solve problems and achieve a common goal.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to collaborate with others, whether in school projects or in play, to achieve better outcomes together.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Little Boo and his friends use creative thinking and resourcefulness to tackle obstacles and save Halloween.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children approach challenges in their daily lives with a problem-solving mindset, looking for solutions rather than feeling stuck.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: By taking the initiative to save Halloween, Little Boo demonstrates responsibility and leadership.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and the role they can play in making a positive impact in their community.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite the challenges he faces, Little Boo persists and doesn’t give up on his mission.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of persistence even when faced with difficulties, encouraging them to keep trying until they reach their goals.