That's How Much I Love You
What’s inside...
The collection contains two heartwarming tales. The first story follows a young protagonist on an adventure to express their love, encountering magical creatures and learning about different forms of love. The second story, presented in a board book with a soft padded cover and rounded corners, celebrates compatible pairs like a sock and shoe, the sun and moon, and milk and cookies, ultimately concluding that the best pair is 'you and me.' The gentle rhyming text and warm illustrations make it a delightful read for children.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-6
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some ways you can show love to someone?
How did the characters in the story express their love for each other?
Can you think of a time when someone showed you love like in the book?
Why do you think it’s important to tell people we love them?
How did you feel when you saw the characters being kind to each other?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use an affectionate tone while discussing the questions to foster a warm atmosphere.
Encourage the child to relate their personal experiences to the story as you go through the questions.
Highlight the importance of expressions of love and kindness while discussing the book’s themes.
Use examples from the book to guide the child in understanding complex emotions and gestures of love.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Expressing Affection
Explanation: The book showcases various ways the characters show their love for one another, emphasizing the importance of expressing feelings.
Real-World Application: Children learn to openly express their love and appreciation for family and friends, fostering strong emotional bonds.
Example Lesson: Understanding Emotions
Explanation: Through the interactions between characters, the book illustrates different emotions, teaching children to recognize and name their feelings.
Real-World Application: This helps children in managing their emotions effectively and empathizing with others around them, aiding in social interactions.
Example Lesson: Unconditional Love
Explanation: The narrative reinforces the theme that love does not have to be earned and is not based on conditions.
Real-World Application: Children grasp the concept of unconditional love, which can enhance their self-esteem and security in family relationships.
Example Lesson: Creativity in Expression
Explanation: Characters in the story express their love in imaginative and creative ways, encouraging a unique expression of feelings.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think creatively in how they interact with others and express their own feelings and ideas.
Example Lesson: The Joy of Giving
Explanation: The book depicts joy derived from giving affection and love, rather than just receiving.
Real-World Application: It instills in children the value of generosity and the positive emotions associated with giving to others.