Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses
Pete the Cat Series
What’s inside...
From the bestselling Pete the Cat series, Pete's magic sunglasses help him turn his mood from grumpy to awesome! In this hardcover picture book, Pete the Cat wakes up feeling grumpy—nothing seems to be going his way. But with the help of some magic sunglasses, Pete learns that a good mood has been inside him all along. Fans of Pete the Cat will love watching him take his positive outlook and transform a grumpy day into an awesome day! The fun never stops—download the free groovin’ song. Time for magic fun in the sun!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-6
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Pete The Cat
Discussion points
How do you think Pete the Cat felt when he first tried on his magic sunglasses?
Can you think of a time when you felt grumpy like Pete and what made you feel better?
Why is it important to see things in a positive way?
What would you do if you had magic sunglasses? What would you want to see differently?
How did Pete’s friends react to the magic sunglasses? How do you think this made Pete feel?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive tones and facial expressions when discussing the magic sunglasses to make the concept more vivid for the child.
Encourage the child to relate personal experiences where they felt a change in mood similar to Pete, fostering a personal connection with the story.
Discuss the importance of positivity and perspective, emphasizing how Pete's outlook changes with the sunglasses.
After reading, consider crafting a simple pair of 'magic sunglasses' out of craft materials to bring the story to life and continue discussions on how they could use these sunglasses in real life situations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Optimism and Positive Thinking
Explanation: Pete the Cat learns to stay positive with the help of his magic sunglasses that help him see things in a brighter light.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to adopt a positive outlook and manage their emotions better during challenging situations.
Example Lesson: Supporting Friends
Explanation: The story shows Pete helping his friends see the good in their day just as his magic sunglasses did for him.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to be supportive and empathetic towards their peers, enhancing their social and emotional skills.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: When the sunglasses eventually break, Pete realizes that he can find happiness without them, teaching problem-solving and resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn that they can overcome obstacles and find solutions on their own, boosting their independence and self-confidence.