Sharing & Caring (Disney Princess) (Pictureback(R))
Disney princess Series
What’s inside...
Ariel, Rapunzel, Merida, Cinderella, and the rest of the Disney princesses share their tips for sharing and caring in this rhyming storybook featuring 16 friendship cards and over 30 reward stickers. It's perfect for children ages 3 to 7!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you feel when you share something with your friends?
Which princess do you think was the kindest, and why?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone and it made you happy?
What are some ways we can show caring to people around us every day?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, emphasize the feelings associated with the actions of sharing and caring.
Relate the scenarios in the book to real-life situations your child might encounter, to make the concepts more relatable.
Praise empathetic behavior and draw parallels to the positive outcomes in the stories.
Encourage your child to think about how they can apply the lessons from the book in their own interactions at school or with siblings.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of sharing
Explanation: Throughout the story, the Disney Princesses demonstrate the power and joy of sharing with others, showing that sharing can lead to happier and more fulfilling interactions.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by sharing toys, snacks, or time with their peers, fostering a sense of community and cooperation in school or playgroups.
Example Lesson: Understanding empathy
Explanation: By observing the princesses understanding each other's feelings and perspectives, children learn about empathy and the importance of considering others' emotions.
Real-World Application: This can help children develop stronger relationships and social skills by encouraging them to be considerate and supportive of their friends' feelings.
Example Lesson: The value of teamwork
Explanation: The princesses often work together to overcome obstacles, highlighting that teamwork can achieve goals that might be unattainable individually.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice teamwork in group projects at school or in sports, learning that collaboration can lead to success and foster mutual respect among team members.
Example Lesson: Practicing kindness
Explanation: Acts of kindness are a common theme in the book, with characters frequently helping one another in both small and significant ways.
Real-World Application: Children can implement this lesson by performing acts of kindness in their daily lives, such as helping a family member with chores or comforting a friend in distress, promoting a more empathetic and supportive community.