The Fairy Dogmother
What’s inside...
Cinder the dog, a canine resident at Woofington's Dog Rescue, is visited by his Fairy Dogmother who grants him a wish to choose something that would make him the happiest. Despite many suggestions from his friends, Cinder struggles to decide what he truly wants. As time runs out, an older dog offers a suggestion that could be exactly what Cinder needs to be happy.
Discussion points
What do you think the Fairy Dogmother would do if she met a cat?
How do you think the dog felt when he became a Fairy Dogmother?
What would you wish for if you met the Fairy Dogmother?
How can we help others like the Fairy Dogmother helps her friends?
What is your favorite part of the book and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine their own magical adventures inspired by the book.
Ask your child to describe the characters and what makes them special.
Discuss the themes of kindness and helping others, relating them to real-life situations your child might encounter.
Use expressive reading to make the story come alive, using different voices for different characters to enhance the storytelling experience.
After reading, engage in a creative activity like drawing their favorite scene or character from the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and compassion
Explanation: In 'The Fairy Dogmother,' children learn about the importance of being caring and considerate through the protagonist's interactions with animals.
Real-World Application: Children can practice empathy by showing kindness to pets and animals in their environment, recognizing their feelings and needs.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: The magical elements of the story stimulate the imagination, as children envision the world of a fairy dogmother.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to use their imaginations in play, storytelling, or art, enhancing their creative thinking skills.
Example Lesson: Resilience and problem-solving
Explanation: Through the story, children observe the characters facing and overcoming challenges, which teaches resilience.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by tackling difficulties in schoolwork or social situations with a positive, problem-solving attitude.
Example Lesson: The value of helping others
Explanation: The protagonist's efforts to help others highlight the joy and importance of being helpful and altruistic.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to assist family, friends, or community members, fostering a sense of responsibility and community awareness.
Example Lesson: Belief in one's own abilities
Explanation: The story boosts children's confidence as the characters learn to believe in their unique talents and abilities.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to trust their capabilities when trying new activities or learning new skills, boosting their self-esteem and growth.