Sunshine From Scratch
What’s inside...
If you had to create sunshine in a bowl, what ingredients would you use? Where would you look to find your ingredients? Join Kai on a magical adventure to discover what it truly takes to create sunshine from scratch! Could the ingredients be closer than he thinks? We love you. God bless you. We cannot wait to see your sun shine!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-18
Length
39 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of 'Sunshine From Scratch' and why did it stand out to you?
How do you think the main character felt when they encountered challenges? Can you relate to those feelings in your own life?
What lessons did the characters learn about friendship and perseverance throughout the story?
If you could change one thing in the story, what would it be and why?
How do you think working together helped the characters achieve their goals? Can you think of a time when you worked with others to solve a problem?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the discussion by sharing your own favorite moment from the book to demonstrate openness and encourage your child to express their thoughts.
Be attentive to your child’s responses and feelings, acknowledging their viewpoints to validate their emotions and opinions.
Encourage your child to draw parallels between the story and their own experiences, which can deepen their understanding of the book’s themes.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child’s answers to encourage deeper thinking and exploration of the book's concepts.
End the discussion by summarizing key insights gained from the conversation, highlighting the importance of themes like teamwork and resilience demonstrated in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Creativity
Explanation: In 'Sunshine From Scratch,' the protagonist utilizes their imagination to solve problems and create beauty around them, emphasizing the power of creativity.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by engaging in creative activities like drawing, building, or storytelling to express themselves and find innovative solutions in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Value of Perseverance
Explanation: The story showcases the main character facing challenges but continuing to strive towards their goals, teaching children the importance of not giving up despite difficulties.
Real-World Application: This lesson is applicable when children encounter obstacles in schoolwork, sports, or personal projects, encouraging them to persist and overcome hurdles.
Example Lesson: Collaboration and Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, the protagonist works with others to achieve common goals, highlighting the benefits of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to work cooperatively in group settings such as in school projects or team sports, understanding that combined efforts often lead to greater outcomes.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: ‘Sunshine From Scratch’ includes themes of caring for the environment, as the characters interact positively with their natural surroundings.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to participate in environmental conservation efforts like recycling, planting trees, and taking care of public spaces, fostering an appreciation and respect for nature.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The story encourages facing problems with a positive and proactive attitude, demonstrating various problem-solving techniques.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to approach everyday challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, whether solving math problems, resolving conflicts with friends, or planning a family activity.