Sticker Dolly Dressing Ballerinas
Sticker Dolly Dressing Series
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What’s inside...
Dress the sticker dollies in a range of ballet outfits in this charming addition to the Sticker Dolly Dressing series. There are lots of stickers with which to dress the dolls in costumes and accessories, and decorations to complete magical scenes from different ballets, including Swan Lake and The Nutcracker.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
44 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you like best about dressing up the ballerinas in the book?
How do you think the ballerinas felt when they were all dressed up and ready to perform?
If you could create a new outfit for a ballerina, what colors and designs would you use?
Why do you think teamwork is important for the ballerinas in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their creativity and imagination while exploring the book. Ask them to describe their favorite ballerina outfit in the book and what makes it special. Discuss the importance of practice and dedication, as shown by the ballerinas, to inspire these values in your child. Use descriptive language to help them build their vocabulary and foster a deeper understanding of the book’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Expression
Explanation: Through the activity of dressing up ballerinas with stickers, children can explore different ballet styles and costumes, fostering their creativity and artistic expression.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these creative skills in real life by engaging in art projects, dance routines, or any form of expressive arts, enhancing their imaginative capabilities.
Example Lesson: Attention to Detail
Explanation: The book requires children to pay attention to the specific articles of clothing and accessories that suit various ballet events, promoting a keen eye for detail.
Real-World Application: This skill is transferable to academic settings where attention to detail can improve their ability to follow instructions precisely and complete tasks thoroughly.
Example Lesson: Cultural Awareness
Explanation: By dressing ballerinas from different parts of the world, children are introduced to diverse cultural representations of ballet, expanding their global awareness.
Real-World Application: Understanding and appreciating cultural diversity can lead to more inclusive behavior and respect for people from various backgrounds in their own communities.
Example Lesson: Decision Making
Explanation: Children make decisions on how to best dress the dollies for their performances, which encourages decision-making skills and confidence in their choices.
Real-World Application: These decision-making skills can help children in everyday situations, from choosing what to wear based on the weather, to selecting which tasks to prioritize in their schoolwork.
Example Lesson: Fine Motor Skills Development
Explanation: Handling and placing small stickers improves children's dexterity and coordination.
Real-World Application: Enhanced fine motor skills can benefit children in other areas such as writing, using utensils, and performing delicate tasks like tying shoelaces.