Maxs Dragon Shirt By Wells Rosemary Wells Rosemary ILT
#1 in Voyage to the Bunny Planet Series
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What’s inside...
Max's old blue overalls are disgusting, and Ruby has exactly enough money to buy him new pants. However, Max wants a green dragon shirt instead. After getting separated in the store, Max outsmarts his bossy sister, ultimately getting what he desires. In another story, Claire has a bad day at school, but it improves after a visit to the Bunny Planet, where she experiences the day she should have had. The three original beloved Bunny Planet stories are collected in a single-volume gift edition with magnetic closure and ribbon place marker, featuring full-color illustrations and a new poem introducing Janet the Bunny Queen.
Character compass
Max
Ruby
Discussion points
How do you think Max felt when he saw the dragon shirt? Can you describe a time when you felt the same way?
Why is it important to take care of our belongings, like Max learns with his new shirt?
What would you have done if you were in Max's place during their shopping trip?
How do Max's reactions to different situations in the story help us understand his feelings?
Can you think of other ways Max could have solved his problem?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child to relate Max's emotions and actions to their own experiences. Discuss the consequences of Max’s actions and the importance of responsibility. Use expressive reading to highlight the excitement and disappointments Max experiences, making the story more relatable. After reading, consider role-playing a similar shopping trip scenario to reinforce the book’s lessons.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Responsibility
Explanation: Max learns the importance of taking responsibility for his belongings when he wants a new dragon shirt.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking care of their own items, such as toys and clothing, and understanding the responsibility associated with their possessions.
Example Lesson: Understanding Consequences
Explanation: The story showcases that actions have consequences, as seen when Max faces challenges while getting his new shirt.
Real-World Application: Kids learn that their actions, good or bad, result in outcomes that they must deal with, helping them make better choices.
Example Lesson: Dealing with Disappointment
Explanation: Max navigates feelings of disappointment when things don’t go as planned, which is a crucial emotional learning point.
Real-World Application: This helps children understand that it's natural to feel upset when things don't go their way and teaches them healthy ways to cope with these emotions.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: Max's desire for a dragon shirt stems from his imaginative thinking, highlighting creativity.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to embrace their creativity and imagination in their daily play and interactions.
Example Lesson: Value of Money
Explanation: Through the shopping experience, Max learns the value of money and the concept of budgeting.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the basics of financial literacy, such as saving and spending wisely, from an early age.