Sabrina The Sweet Dreams Fairy (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition)
#7 in The Twilight Fairies Series
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What’s inside...
It's Kirsty and Rachel's last night at Camp Stargaze, but horrible dreams are keeping them awake! The girls know they must find Sabrina the Sweet Dreams Fairy's bag of dream dust. It's time to pay a visit to mean Jack Frost's Ice Castle...
Discussion points
What kind of dreams would you like Sabrina the Sweet Dreams Fairy to bring you?
How do you think Sabrina helps children have wonderful dreams?
Can you think of a time when you had a dream that made you happy or excited when you woke up?
What would you do if you were a dream fairy like Sabrina for a day?
Why is it important to have good dreams, and how do you think they can affect your day?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the discussion by sharing one of your own pleasant dreams to make your child feel comfortable talking about theirs. Use the questions to explore not just the content of the book, but how it relates to your child's personal experiences and feelings. Encourage your child to imagine and describe in detail, which enhances creative thinking. Validate their feelings and thoughts about their dreams and relate them back to the theme of the book to reinforce understanding.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Helping Others
Explanation: In the story, Sabrina the Sweet Dreams Fairy helps everyone have pleasant dreams, demonstrating selflessness and the joy of assisting others.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of helping family and friends in their daily lives, promoting a sense of community and empathy.
Example Lesson: Persistence Pays Off
Explanation: Sabrina faces challenges from Jack Frost and shows persistence to ensure everyone has sweet dreams, which highlights the importance of determination.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to keep trying in the face of difficulties, whether it's completing a tricky puzzle or mastering a new skill.
Example Lesson: Creativity Solves Problems
Explanation: Throughout the book, Sabrina uses her creativity to overcome obstacles set by Jack Frost, underscoring the power of creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Children learn to use imagination to navigate daily challenges and find unique solutions to problems they encounter at school or home.