The Witch's Cat and The Trouble With Tidying Up
#3 of 4 in The Witch's Cat Series
What’s inside...
A new story from the fantastical world of The Witch's Cat! The Witch’s Cat does NOT like tidying up. So, when he stumbles across a magic wand, he can’t believe his luck! The job will surely be easier with a swish and a flick of magic! But first, he’s going to have a bit of fun! ZING-A-LING-A-LING! What could possibly go wrong?! A funny tale that’s sure to bring some magic to storytime. It's fun to read aloud, with lots of opportunities for children to join in and guess what happens next. Ideal for fans of Julia Donaldson’s Room on The Broom, and Winnie The Witch picture books. Perfect for ages 3+.
Discussion points
Why do you think the witch's cat had trouble tidying up?
How did the cat feel when everything was messy? How do you feel when your room is messy?
What ideas can you think of to help the cat keep things tidy?
What do you think is the most important lesson the witch's cat learned?
How would you help a friend who had trouble tidying up their space?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use empathetic language to relate to the cat's feelings, encouraging your child to explore and express their own emotions about tidiness.
Praise your child for insightful answers, reinforcing positive thinking and boosting their confidence.
Relate the story back to your child's experiences by asking them to compare personal instances when they faced similar challenges.
Encourage creative problem-solving by asking what different choices they would have made if they were in the cat’s place.
Highlight the values of persistence and responsibility, reinforcing these themes throughout the conversation.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility and organization
Explanation: The Witch's Cat learns the importance of keeping her living space tidy after experiencing the difficulties caused by her messy habits.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by taking charge of cleaning their own rooms or organizing their school supplies, teaching them self-discipline and responsibility.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, The Witch's Cat faces multiple challenges due to her untidiness. She learns to devise creative solutions to fix the trouble caused.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to address issues they face in daily life with creative thinking, whether it's resolving conflicts with friends or overcoming obstacles in school projects.
Example Lesson: The value of teamwork
Explanation: The Witch helps her cat realize the benefits of a tidy space, demonstrating how working together can yield positive outcomes.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to collaborate with peers and family members in household chores or group activities at school, promoting cooperative skills.
Example Lesson: Consequences of actions
Explanation: The Witch's Cat learns that her actions, like not tidying up, have consequences that affect not just her but also her friends.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to consider the impact of their actions on others around them and encourages more thoughtful behaviors.