The Princess and the Frog
What’s inside...
The princess lives an idyllic life in her castle. One day, she loses her golden ball in the pond. Sad, she sits by the pond when suddenly a frog offers to help her out. But only in return for a promise. What could the frog want? Does the princess agree? Does she get the golden ball? Does the frog get what it wants? The child needs to follow the twists to find a new ending in this familiar tale.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think made the princess want to be friends with the frog?
How do you think the frog felt when the princess first rejected him?
What lesson did the princess learn by the end of the story?
If you were the frog, how would you have reacted to the promises made by the princess?
Do you think true friendship can come from unexpected places? Why or why not?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the emotions of each character, exploring themes of acceptance and friendship.
Discuss the importance of keeping promises, as illustrated by the princess’s journey in the story.
Relate the story to personal experiences, asking your child about times they have made unlikely friends.
Prompt your child to imagine alternative endings to the story, fostering creativity and deeper understanding of the narrative.
Focus on the moral of the story, guiding your child to articulate the lessons learned and how they can be applied in their own life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The value of hard work and commitment
Explanation: In the story, the princess demonstrates perseverance by agreeing to help the frog in exchange for retrieving her ball from the well, showcasing the importance of keeping promises and working towards a goal.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to apply this lesson by understanding the importance of fulfilling commitments in their tasks such as completing homework or chores.
Example Lesson: The importance of looking beyond appearances
Explanation: The frog, initially seen as unappealing, turns out to be a prince, teaching the lesson that true worth and character are found beyond outward appearances.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be open-minded and not judge people based on their looks but rather learn to appreciate everyone’s unique qualities.
Example Lesson: The power of transformation through kindness
Explanation: The transformation of the frog into a prince after the princess’s act of kindness illustrates that caring actions can lead to magical and positive changes.
Real-World Application: This lesson promotes the practice of kindness in daily interactions with peers, fostering a supportive and caring environment.
Example Lesson: The significance of gratitude
Explanation: After the transformation, the prince expresses his gratitude towards the princess, highlighting the importance of being thankful.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to express gratitude towards family members and friends, appreciating acts of kindness shown to them.