Little Miss Naughty and the Good Fairy
Mr. Men, Little Miss Series
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In the Mr. Men & Little Miss Magic series, Little Miss Naughty encounters the Good Fairy who grants her the power to do good deeds. As she starts using her new powers, she experiences the joy of helping others and learns the value of kindness and friendship. In another adventure, she steals the Good Fairy's wand to cause mischief, but things keep turning out well, suggesting she may have met her match. The series features extraordinary characters and takes children on sparkling adventures, delighting them with bold illustrations and funny stories.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Little Miss Naughty
The Good Fairy
Discussion points
How do you think the Good Fairy felt when Little Miss Naughty was causing trouble?
What would you have done if you were in the Good Fairy’s place?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone make a better choice?
What are some ways we can be kind to others every day?
How do you think the story would change if Little Miss Naughty chose to be kind from the beginning?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to highlight the emotions of the characters, helping your child understand the moral implications.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story before turning the page, encouraging critical thinking.
After reading, relate the story to your child’s own experiences to deepen their understanding of the themes.
Encourage your child to draw a picture of their favorite scene, which can foster a deeper connection and discussion about the story’s message.
Praise your child for thoughtful responses or insights during your discussion to encourage their engagement and confidence in expressing ideas.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: In the story, Little Miss Naughty learns that her mischievous actions lead to consequences when the Good Fairy intervenes.
Real-World Application: Children can relate this to understanding that their actions affect others and that there are outcomes based on how they choose to behave.
Example Lesson: Importance of good behavior
Explanation: The Good Fairy teaches Little Miss Naughty the benefits of good behavior through magical lessons, showing her a different perspective.
Real-World Application: Kids can see that positive behavior is rewarded and often leads to better social interactions and friendships.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: As Little Miss Naughty interacts with the Good Fairy, she starts understanding how her actions make others feel.
Real-World Application: This can help children grasp the importance of empathy and consider other people’s feelings in real-life situations.
Example Lesson: Change is possible
Explanation: The transformation of Little Miss Naughty’s character throughout the book shows that change is achievable with guidance and willingness.
Real-World Application: Children learn that they can always work to better themselves and improve their habits.
Example Lesson: The power of influence
Explanation: The Good Fairy influences Little Miss Naughty positively, showcasing how good influences can lead to better decisions.
Real-World Application: It teaches children to seek out positive role models and influences, which can guide them toward making better choices.