Shopkins: Welcome to Shopville
Shopkins Series
What’s inside...
Meet Shopkins(TM) -- the newest collectable craze! Welcome to Shopville! This adorable storybook introduces fans to the wonderful world of Shopkins(TM) and all the exciting adventures Apple Blossom, Cheeky Chocolate, Kooky Cookie, and their friends go on each day in the grocery store. Shopkins(TM) are the hottest new collectible toy! Each fun figurine looks like a miniature grocery store product. There are cute fruits, tasty treats, adorable beauty products, and more. There are more than 140 Shopkins to collect in Series 1 and there are also ultra-rare, limited edition characters.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes Shopville special for the Shopkins?
Which Shopkin character did you like the most and why?
If you could create a Shopkin, what would it be and what special qualities would it have?
How do the Shopkins work together and help each other?
What lesson did you learn from the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts by asking them to describe their favorite part of the book.
Relate the themes of friendship and cooperation from the book to your child’s everyday experiences.
Ask your child to draw their favorite Shopkin character and explain why they chose that character.
Discuss the importance of helping each other, as shown in the book, and ask your child about times they have helped or been helped by friends.
After reading, spend some time imagining and discussing what an adventure in Shopville with their own created Shopkin would look like.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: Throughout 'Shopkins: Welcome to Shopville', characters demonstrate supportive and caring interactions, fostering a sense of community and companionship.
Real-World Application: Children can apply the value of friendship in their daily interactions by helping and supporting their friends, which enhances social skills and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Sharing and generosity
Explanation: Characters in the book often share their belongings and treats with each other, highlighting the joy and communal harmony that comes from generosity.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to share their toys, snacks, or help in household chores, fostering a sense of cooperation and kindness within the family and school environments.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The Shopkins face various little challenges that they overcome by thinking creatively and working together, thus underscoring the importance of problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to apply problem-solving skills at school or in play by brainstorming solutions and trying out different methods to tackle obstacles they encounter.
Example Lesson: Celebration of individuality
Explanation: Each Shopkin character has unique traits and special qualities, promoting the acceptance and celebration of individual differences.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children appreciate their own uniqueness and that of others, boosting self-esteem and encouraging inclusivity in peer groups.
Example Lesson: Learning from mistakes
Explanation: Characters occasionally make mistakes in the story but learn important lessons from them, illustrating the value of learning and growth through errors.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to view mistakes as opportunities for learning and self-improvement, rather than things to be ashamed of, fostering resilience and a growth mindset.