The Smartest Giant in Town
What’s inside...
Hours of fun with everybody's favourite giant! This great-value activity book is packed with games and puzzles based on the bestselling picture book. Includes colouring-in, join-the-dots, word puzzles and more. There's even a sticker scene and over 40 reusable stickers so you can have fun creating your own stories again and again!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did the giant's actions make a difference in the lives of the characters he met?
Why do you think the giant chose to give away his clothes even though it left him with less?
What do you think is the most important lesson the giant learned at the end of the story?
How do you feel when you share something with others?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use specific examples from the book to talk about kindness and sharing. Ask your child how they might act in similar situations as the giant.
Encourage your child to think about the emotions of the characters. Discuss what it means to be empathetic and why it’s important.
Link the story to real-life situations. Discuss times when your child or family members have done something generous for others and talk about the outcomes of those actions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Kindness and generosity
Explanation: The giant in the story gives away his clothes to help animals in need, demonstrating selflessness and compassion.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of helping others, possibly sharing their toys or snacks with friends who may need them.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The giant creatively uses his items like his tie and shoe to solve problems for his friends, like providing a scarf for a giraffe with a cold neck.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think creatively in resolving daily challenges, using their resources to help others in practical ways.
Example Lesson: Gratitude
Explanation: The animals show their appreciation by giving the giant a crown and declaring him the kindest giant in town.
Real-World Application: It teaches children the importance of expressing gratitude when others help them, fostering an environment of appreciation and thankfulness.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: By putting himself in the shoes of the animals he meets, the giant understands their problems and provides aid.
Real-World Application: Children learn to empathize with the feelings and situations of others, improving their emotional intelligence and social skills.