The Lost Tooth Club
What’s inside...
Olivia wants to get into The Lost Tooth Club. But there is a problem. She hasn't lost a tooth, and it doesn't seem as though she ever will. So she embarks on several creative attempts to join the club of her dreams, until finally her wish comes true when she least expects it.
Age
5-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did the characters in the book feel when they lost their teeth? Can you relate to their feelings?
Why do you think the Lost Tooth Club was important to the characters? What kind of club would you like to create?
What does losing a tooth symbolize in the story? Do you think it represents something more than just growing up?
How did the characters help each other in the book? Can you think of a time when you helped a friend or a friend helped you?
If you could add another character to the Lost Tooth Club, who would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about losing teeth by relating to the characters' experiences.
Discuss the concept of camaraderie and teamwork as portrayed in the Lost Tooth Club, highlighting the importance of support among friends.
Use the story as an opportunity to talk about transitions and growth, both physically and emotionally, that come with losing teeth and getting older.
Ask your child to imagine their own club: who they would include, what the club's purpose would be, and what activities they would do, fostering creativity and planning skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of sharing experiences
Explanation: In 'The Lost Tooth Club', children share their stories about losing teeth, fostering a sense of community and support.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to open up about their own experiences and find common ground with peers, enhancing social skills.
Example Lesson: Coping with changes
Explanation: The characters in the book deal with losing their baby teeth, a significant childhood milestone, helping them understand and accept change.
Real-World Application: This prepares children to embrace other changes in life, such as starting a new school year or moving to a new place.
Example Lesson: Celebrating milestones
Explanation: The book treats losing teeth as an exciting growth milestone, not a loss, teaching children to view personal development positively.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this attitude towards other developmental milestones in life, such as learning to ride a bike or improving in academics.
Example Lesson: Building self-esteem
Explanation: By joining 'The Lost Tooth Club', children in the story feel a sense of achievement and pride, boosting their self-esteem.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to take pride in their personal achievements and view themselves in a positive light.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: Characters in the book wait for their teeth to fall out naturally, highlighting the virtue of patience.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of waiting for the right time in various situations, such as waiting for their turn while playing or for a special event.