Mula and the Lovesick Snake
#4 in Mula and Friends Series
What’s inside...
Mula and the Lovesick Snake is a whimsical tale of Mula, a curious mongoose, and her encounter with a snake who has fallen deeply in love. This heartwarming story explores themes of friendship, emotions, and understanding differences. After the mischievous little Fly helped Mula the sleepy tiger to wake up and get energized, helped Svadi the snooty monkey to let go of what others think and helped Mani the elephant to feel confident, they're back to help Ana the snake. Give yoga a try with Mula and Friends! Ana is a very lovesick snake. But when she opens her heart and follows it to the river, she finds all the love she needs. Her true love has been with her all along!
Discussion points
How do you think Mula felt when she first met the lovesick snake?
Why do you think the snake felt lovesick?
What are some ways Mula tried to help the snake feel better?
Can you think of a time when you helped a friend who was sad?
What do you think is the message of this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing your own thoughts on the story to encourage an open dialogue.
Ask your child to draw a scene from the book that they found memorable, then discuss why they chose it.
Praise your child's responses to build their confidence in expressing their thoughts and opinions.
Relate the story's themes to real-life situations your child might encounter to help them connect with the narrative.
Encourage your child to ask their own questions about the story to explore their curiosity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding and expressing emotions
Explanation: In 'Mula and the Lovesick Snake,' the snake character demonstrates various emotions, providing an opening for children to learn about identifying and expressing feelings.
Real-World Application: Children can use this lesson to better articulate their emotions and understand those of others, enhancing their emotional intelligence and empathy.
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship and support
Explanation: The storyline revolves around Mula helping the snake, which portrays how friendship can offer comfort and support during difficult times.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of being a supportive friend and how to seek help from friends when in need.
Example Lesson: Resolving conflicts compassionately
Explanation: Mula resolves the issue by understanding the root cause of the snake’s sadness rather than being fearful or aggressive.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach conflicts with empathy and understanding, promoting peaceful resolutions in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Bravery in the face of fear
Explanation: Mula confronts both her fear of snakes and the challenge of helping someone in need, demonstrating courage.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their fears and to be brave when helping others.