My Name Is Mr Fox
What’s inside...
It's the night of the hens' fancy dress ball, and Mr Fox has a cunning plan to infiltrate the party. Disguised in a costume, he hopes to go unnoticed and fulfill his goal of turning the hens into chicken pie. However, as the night progresses, the hens grow increasingly suspicious of Mr Fox's true identity. The tension builds as they try to uncover the truth before it's too late.
Discussion points
What do you think Mr. Fox feels when he tries to fit in with everyone else?
How did Mr. Fox show courage throughout the story?
What would you do if you were in Mr. Fox's shoes?
Why is it important to be true to ourselves, as shown by Mr. Fox?
How did the other characters change once they accepted Mr. Fox for who he is?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the challenges Mr. Fox faces, linking them to their own experiences of fitting in or standing out.
Discuss the value of authenticity and self-acceptance, highlighting moments in the book where Mr. Fox embraces his unique qualities.
Use expressions or scenes from the book to prompt your child to think about how they would feel or react in similar situations.
Praise your child’s insights and empathetic responses during the discussion to reinforce their understanding and connection to the book’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Honesty
Explanation: Mr. Fox, throughout the story, learns the consequences of his sly actions and understands the value of being honest with his friends.
Real-World Application: Children learn that truthfulness strengthens trust and builds healthy relationships, aiding in their interactions at school and home.
Example Lesson: Value of Friendship
Explanation: As Mr. Fox navigates challenges, the support from his friends highlights the importance of having supportive relationships.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to appreciate and nurture friendships, which are crucial for emotional development and social skills.
Example Lesson: Learning from Mistakes
Explanation: Mr. Fox makes several mistakes but uses them as learning opportunities, showing that errors are a part of growth.
Real-World Application: Children are reassured that making mistakes is okay and are encouraged to view them as steps towards improvement and self-discovery.
Example Lesson: Coping with Consequences
Explanation: The story illustrates that actions have consequences, as seen when Mr. Fox’s tricks lead to certain repercussions.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to think before they act and consider the potential effects of their actions on themselves and others.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: Mr. Fox begins to understand situations from his friends' perspectives, fostering empathy.
Real-World Application: Promotes the development of empathetic skills in children, helping them to understand and respect diverse viewpoints and emotions.