The Tooth Fairy's Toothache
What’s inside...
What happens when the Tooth Fairy loses her tooth? This is the first time Tilly, the Tooth Fairy has lost a tooth. See what she does by reading The Tooth Fairy's Toothache.
Age
2-12
Length
27 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the Tooth Fairy felt when she had a toothache, and why?
What would you do if you were in the Tooth Fairy's place to solve her problem?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone who was in pain? How did it make you feel?
Why is it important to take care of our teeth, based on the Tooth Fairy's experience?
What did you learn from the Tooth Fairy’s adventure about helping others?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to convey the emotions of the Tooth Fairy and other characters which can help your child empathize with their experiences.
Pause at key moments to ask your child how they think a character is feeling, this helps in building their emotional understanding.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings or solutions to the Tooth Fairy's problems, fostering creative thinking.
Post-reading, relate the story to your child’s personal experiences with tooth pain or dental care to make the theme more relatable.
Highlight the acts of kindness in the story and discuss with your child how they could apply similar kindness in their daily life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Compassion
Explanation: When the Tooth Fairy experiences a toothache, children see her vulnerability and learn to empathize with her pain.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these lessons by showing more understanding and kindness towards their friends or family members when they are unwell or upset.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The Tooth Fairy continues her duties despite her discomfort, demonstrating a strong sense of responsibility.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the importance of fulfilling their obligations, such as completing homework or chores, even when it's challenging.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: To resolve her toothache, the Tooth Fairy seeks help and figures out solutions, showcasing effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to seek help when needed and think creatively to solve problems they encounter in school or at play.
Example Lesson: Importance of Oral Hygiene
Explanation: The story highlights the Tooth Fairy’s toothache as a consequence of neglecting dental care, teaching children about oral health.
Real-World Application: Children are reminded to brush and floss their teeth regularly to prevent dental issues.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Other characters offer to help the Tooth Fairy, highlighting how teamwork can ease difficult situations.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the value of working together and supporting one another in achieving common goals or overcoming challenges.