Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie's Valentine
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Series
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What’s inside...
It's Valentine's Day and Minnie Mouse is hosting a party for all her friends. There's a lot of preparation to do, so Minnie needs help from Mickey. However, Mickey has forgotten to buy a Valentine's Day card for Minnie. In the clubhouse, love is in the air and Mickey is unsure what to get Minnie. Minnie goes undercover, using a disguise, to teach Mickey how to make a heartfelt Valentine’s Day gift. Will Mickey be able to make the perfect Valentine’s Day card in time?
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Minnie Mouse
Mickey Mouse
Discussion points
What do you think makes Minnie's valentine special?
How did Minnie and her friends show kindness and care for each other?
What are some ways you could show your love and appreciation to your friends, like Minnie did?
Can you think of a time when someone made you feel special, just like Minnie felt in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use the story to explain the importance of friendship and expressing love to those we care about.
Encourage the child to express their thoughts and feelings about the book, which can help develop empathy and emotional understanding.
Connect the events in the book to real-life experiences, helping the child relate to the story and its themes.
After reading, ask your child to draw a picture of their own special valentine for someone they care about, enhancing their connection to the story's message.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of kindness
Explanation: In 'Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie's Valentine,' Minnie Mouse exemplifies kindness by preparing special valentines for all her friends to show how much she cares.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to express kindness by making small gestures, like drawing pictures or sharing toys, to show their friends and family they are valued.
Example Lesson: Creativity and self-expression
Explanation: Throughout the story, Minnie uses her creativity to come up with unique valentines, tailored to each of her friends' personalities and interests.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to explore their own creative abilities in art projects or gift giving, and supports the expression of their individuality.
Example Lesson: The joy of giving
Explanation: Minnie feels happy and fulfilled seeing her friends' joy upon receiving her handmade valentines.
Real-World Application: Children learn that happiness can come from making others happy, fostering a sense of altruism and empathy from an early age.
Example Lesson: Value of friendship
Explanation: The story highlights how the characters value and care for each other, celebrating their friendship through the exchange of valentines.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to appreciate and nurture their relationships with peers, emphasizing the importance of showing friends they are appreciated.