Little Miss Helpful
#7 in Little Miss Books Series
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Little Miss Helpful tries to help everyone, but her help often leads to more trouble. Despite her good intentions, her assistance typically ends up in a funny and chaotic situation. The Mr Men and Little Miss series, started with Mr Tickle, created by Roger Hargreaves in response to his son's question about what a tickle looked like. The series features various characters like Mr. Greedy, Mr. Happy, and others, each with unique traits. The books quickly became popular, aiming to make children laugh with their charming and funny antics.
Discussion points
How do you think Little Miss Helpful feels when her attempts to help don't go as planned?
Can you think of a time you tried to help someone and it didn't work out the way you expected? What did you learn from that experience?
Why do you think it's important to help others? How does it make you feel?
What are some ways we can help others without causing more trouble?
How could Little Miss Helpful have asked for advice or help to make her efforts more successful?
Tip: Role play these questions
Validate your child's feelings and experiences, drawing parallels between their life and Little Miss Helpful's challenges.
Pose questions that lead your child to consider the consequences of actions, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful help.
Encourage your child to think of specific examples from their own life where they have helped others, discussing what went well and what could be improved.
Discuss the importance of asking for guidance when unsure about how to best help someone, reinforcing the value of teamwork and communication.
Use examples from the book to highlight the benefits and potential drawbacks of being overly enthusiastic about helping.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Helping others should be thoughtful
Explanation: Little Miss Helpful tries to assist others, but often her help leads to more trouble. This shows that good intentions need to be paired with awareness and understanding.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of thinking things through and understanding the situation fully before offering help, ensuring their assistance is actually beneficial.
Example Lesson: Recognize and learn from mistakes
Explanation: Despite her good intentions, Miss Helpful's actions often result in errors, highlighting that everyone makes mistakes and that they are part of learning.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to not be discouraged by setbacks, but to use them as learning opportunities to improve their problem-solving skills in real life.
Example Lesson: Value of perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the story, despite the mishaps, Little Miss Helpful remains determined to help, which underlines the value of perseverance.
Real-World Application: Children are taught to persist in their efforts despite difficulties, a crucial skill in achieving personal goals and dealing with challenges in everyday life.