This Brings Me Joy
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What’s inside...
Embark on a joyful adventure with our book and main character Ava! Discover endless ways to embrace happiness and find joy in the simplest moments. This children's book encourages and provokes our children to find and create joy throughout their day. This also allows our little ones to share and communicate their feelings starting with things that bring them joy!
Age
2-6
Length
33 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the story and why did it make you feel joyful?
Can you think of a time when something small brought you a big smile, just like in the book?
How do the characters in the book show happiness? Can you show me with your expressions?
If you could add one more thing to the book that brings you joy, what would it be?
How does sharing joy with others in the story make the characters feel?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the book’s events, relating them to their own experiences of joy and happiness. Prompt them to think about how joy can be found in simple things and to express it through art or storytelling. Sharing your own joyful moments can also make this a bonding experience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Gratitude
Explanation: The narrative follows the main character as they discover various everyday pleasures, teaching children to appreciate the small joys in life.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to express thankfulness for simple moments like a sunny day or a family meal, fostering a positive outlook.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: As the character encounters friends with different sources of joy, it illustrates the diversity in happiness and the importance of understanding others' feelings.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to recognize and respect what makes others happy, nurturing tolerance and kindness in social interactions.
Example Lesson: Mindfulness
Explanation: The story emphasizes being present and finding joy in the moment, which is a fundamental aspect of mindfulness.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to engage more fully with the present, enhancing focus and reducing anxiety.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The book shows the character finding joy even in challenging times, highlighting the power of a positive attitude.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by finding something positive in difficult situations, which can help them cope with life’s challenges.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The variety of joys found by the character encourages thinking outside the box and finding happiness in unconventional ways.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore and engage in creative activities, promoting innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.