Tilly Mint Tales
What’s inside...
When Tilly's mum goes out to work, Mrs Hardcastle from up the street pops in to look after her. There are two special things about Mrs Hardcastle. The first thing is that she's always dropping off to sleep (she snores too, sometimes). The second special thing is that whenever she goes to sleep, something magic always seems to happen to Tilly Mint! Carnegie Medal winner Berlie Doherty's enchanting Tilly Mint tales are at last available in one complete collection with brand-new illustrations from Tony Ross.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-9
Length
199 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Tilly Mint learned during her adventures?
How did the friendships in the story change or grow? Can you relate any of these friendships to your own?
Which part of Tilly Mint's journey did you find the most exciting and why?
If you could add a new adventure in Tilly Mint’s story, what would it be and why?
How do you think Tilly Mint felt during her adventures? Can you describe a time you felt the same way?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, affirming their responses to build confidence.
Draw parallels between Tilly Mint's adventures and experiences in your child's life to make the story more relatable and meaningful.
Ask your child to imagine alternative endings or additional adventures for Tilly Mint, enhancing their creativity and engagement with the story.
Discuss the morals and lessons learned by Tilly Mint, and relate them to real-life situations to reinforce these values.
Use expressive reading techniques, such as different voices for characters and dynamic pacing, to make the story more vivid and captivating for your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Kindness
Explanation: Throughout the book, the lead character demonstrates acts of kindness towards others, showing how small gestures can have a big impact on others' lives.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to practice kindness in their daily interactions with friends and family, helping in creating a supportive and positive environment.
Example Lesson: Value of Perseverance
Explanation: The protagonist faces multiple challenges but persists in overcoming them, illustrating the rewards of determination and hard work.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to stay determined when facing their own challenges, be it in school or in personal endeavors, teaching them the value of persistence.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: The book highlights the significance of building strong and supportive relationships, and how friends can help you get through tough times.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to nurture their friendships and understand the importance of being a good friend in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Learning From Mistakes
Explanation: Characters in the story often learn from their mistakes and grow, underscoring the importance of viewing failures as learning opportunities.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand that making mistakes is a part of learning and growing, encouraging them to embrace challenges without fear of failure.