Mr Men Go Green
#50 of 186 in Mr. Men, Little Miss Series
on Goodreads (13)
What’s inside...
Little Miss Inventor uses her inventive skills to teach the Mr Men and Little Miss characters about being more environmentally friendly. She offers solutions to help Mr Perfect, Mr Lazy, and Mr Skinny adopt sustainable practices. The book highlights the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling, and is printed with vegetable inks on FSC paper, aligning with the eco-friendly message. It's part of the Mr Men and Little Miss Every Day series, which includes fun features like 'Where's Walter?' to engage young readers.
Discussion points
What are some ways the Mr. Men characters help take care of our planet in the story?
Why do you think it's important for us to keep our environment clean and green?
How did the actions of the characters in the book make you feel about taking care of the Earth?
Can you think of any ideas or habits from the book that we could adopt in our daily life to help the environment?
What would you do differently if you were a character in 'Mr Men Go Green'?
Tip: Role play these questions
As you explore each question, encourage your child to imagine practical scenarios they can relate to, enhancing their connection to the book’s message.
Praise their ideas and contributions to the conversation to reinforce their interest and confidence in discussing environmental topics.
Relate the book's themes to your child’s daily life by discussing how small daily actions can contribute to a healthier planet, making the message of the book more tangible.
Encourage them to draw pictures or create a small project based on the book's theme which can foster their creativity while solidifying the messages of the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Environmental Responsibility
Explanation: In 'Mr Men Go Green,' the characters learn about the importance of taking care of the environment by recycling, conserving water, and using less electricity.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these principles by engaging in recycling activities at home, turning off lights when not in use, and being mindful of water usage.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The story demonstrates how the Mr Men and Little Miss characters work together to implement green practices in their community.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to collaborate with their peers or family members on eco-friendly projects or group activities that promote a healthier environment.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters encounter various environmental challenges and collectively think of creative solutions to resolve them.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think critically and can use problem-solving skills to address small scale environmental issues they observe in their surroundings, such as organizing a community clean-up.
Example Lesson: Importance of Education
Explanation: The characters in the book educate each other about the effects of pollution and the importance of eco-friendly habits.
Real-World Application: Children will understand the value of learning and sharing knowledge about environmental issues which can motivate them to read more about how to protect our planet.
Example Lesson: Making a Positive Impact
Explanation: The book concludes with the community observing noticeable improvements in their local environment due to their efforts.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that their actions have a direct impact on the world around them and that they have the power to make positive changes in their community.