TROUBLESOME TOOTH FAIRY_ THE
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When Jessica loses her first tooth, Granny tells her to watch out for a trainee tooth fairy. That shimmering little creature might look the part in her purple and silver outfit but she's not too sure of her job. As Granny knows, the trainee tooth fairy has been known to whisk away more than just the lost tooth. Jessica and her granny, stars of UNUSUAL DAY, are back in another entertaining story from popular writer, comedian and broadcaster, Sandi Toksvig.
Age
6-9
Length
64 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Jessica felt when she discovered the truth about the tooth fairy? Have you ever had a similar revelation?
What lessons did Jessica learn throughout her adventures? Which lesson do you think is the most important and why?
If you were in Jessica's place, would you have made the same decisions? Why or why not?
How do Jessica's relationships with her family and friends change over the course of the story? Can you relate to these changes?
What would you do if you met a character like the tooth fairy in real life? How would you interact with them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their own feelings about the book's events, comparing them to Jessica’s reactions and feeling to deepen empathy and understanding.
Discuss the concept of responsibility and the consequences of one's actions as portrayed in the book, relating them to real-life situations your child might encounter.
Use the book's imaginative elements to foster creativity, asking your child to think of their own magical character and what adventures they might have together.
Highlight the value of honesty and trust as seen in the book, discussing its importance in your child's relationships with friends and family.
Focus on the growth of Jessica's character and ask your child how they think she has changed by the end of the story and why those changes are significant.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Honesty
Explanation: In 'The Troublesome Tooth Fairy', the fairy, Jessica, learns the importance of being truthful after causing a mix-up. Her journey underscores the value of honesty.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value honesty in their daily interactions and understand the importance of owning up to their mistakes.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Jessica takes responsibility for her actions by the end of the story, showcasing the significance of being accountable.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children appreciate the role of personal responsibility in solving problems they encounter at home or school.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: As Jessica works to fix the problems she caused, she learns to consider the feelings of others, highlighting empathy.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be considerate of others’ feelings and perspectives, fostering more harmonious relationships with peers and family members.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite her mistakes, Jessica doesn’t give up and strives to make things right, demonstrating the value of perseverance.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to persist in overcoming challenges, whether in their academics, sports, or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Confronting her mistakes and working to correct them requires courage from Jessica, an important trait shown throughout the book.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to face their fears and challenges boldly, whether trying new activities or standing up for what's right.