This Is Sadie
What’s inside...
Now in board book, the beloved story about a little girl with a big imagination from the award-winning team of Sara O'Leary and Julie Morstad. Sadie is a little girl with a big imagination. She has been a girl who lived under the sea and a boy raised by wolves.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
30 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Sadie feels when she's exploring her imaginary worlds?
What kinds of adventures would you like to go on in your imagination?
Why do you think Sadie enjoys making friends with the characters in her books?
How does the story show us that being creative is important?
What part of Sadie's adventures would you like to experience yourself?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate their own imaginative experiences to Sadie's adventures, fostering a personal connection with the story.
Discuss the emotions Sadie might be feeling during different parts of the book to enhance emotional understanding and empathy.
Ask open-ended questions to inspire creative thinking and get insights into your child’s imagination.
Use the book as a springboard to plan a 'creative day' where you and your child come up with imaginative stories or craft projects together.
After reading, encourage your child to draw or write about their own imaginary world, just like Sadie.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Imagination and Creativity
Explanation: This Is Sadie showcases the main character, Sadie, using her imagination to embark on various adventures. From sailing the seas to exploring the sky, Sadie's creativity knows no bounds.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to use their imagination in play, which helps in developing problem-solving skills and thinking outside the box in daily situations.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Friendship
Explanation: Throughout the book, Sadie interacts with friends from books and toys, treating them with kindness and understanding. This highlights the importance of empathy and building friendships.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to foster relationships with their peers by understanding and sharing feelings, thus improving their social interactions and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: The Joy of Reading
Explanation: Sadie loves reading and it's through books that she goes on her incredible adventures. The story conveys how engaging with stories can open up worlds of possibility.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to read more books, enhancing their literacy skills and introducing them to new ideas and cultures.
Example Lesson: Value of Alone Time
Explanation: Sadie spends a lot of time in her own company, content in her imaginative plays. This highlights the importance of children feeling happy and secure even when they are by themselves.
Real-World Application: Children learn to be independent and enjoy their own company, which is crucial for their personal development and self-esteem.