Peanuts: Be Brave: Peanuts Wisdom to Carry You Through
Peanuts Wisdom To Carry You Through Series
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Featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, and the whole Peanuts gang, Be Brave: Peanuts Wisdom to Carry You Through provides encouragement when facing new experiences. Each beloved Peanuts character is illustrated with inspirational messages (such as Be Ambitious and Be Innovative) in representation of their characteristics. Fans of all ages will adore this book for its simple virtues and classic Peanuts humour.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-12
Length
72 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think bravery means after reading this book?
Which character do you think showed the most courage, and why?
Can you share a time when you had to be brave?
How did the characters support each other in their brave acts?
What would you do if you were in a similar situation as Charlie Brown?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their own ideas and feelings about bravery, relating them to their personal experiences. Listen intently, affirm their feelings, and share your perspectives or similar experiences to deepen the connection. Highlight examples from the book where characters overcame their fears, emphasizing the importance of support and friendship in challenging times.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: Through characters like Charlie Brown and Snoopy, the book shows how they confront their worries and emerge braver.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their own fears, whether it's trying new activities or standing up in class, which builds their confidence and resilience.
Example Lesson: Importance of friendship
Explanation: The Peanuts gang demonstrates the value of supportive friends who help each other overcome challenges.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to cherish and rely on friendships, fostering social skills and empathy in their interaction with peers.
Example Lesson: Perseverance through challenges
Explanation: Characters often encounter setbacks but persist, like Charlie Brown continuously attempting to kick the football.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to keep trying in the face of difficulties, be it in academics, sports, or personal goals, promoting a growth mindset.
Example Lesson: Embracing individuality
Explanation: Each character's unique traits are celebrated, showing that being different is a strength, not a weakness.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate their own unique qualities and those of others, enhancing self-esteem and inclusivity.