Toy Story 2
Toy Story Series
What’s inside...
Relive the adventure of the hit film in this beautifully illustrated storybook. At 32 pages it's handily sized for a bedtime story or for developing readers. The 3D-effect lenticular cover image adds an eye-popping feature to your bookshelf! Oh, no! Woody has been kidnapped by a toy collector! Buzz races to the rescue, but Woody’s not sure he wants to leave. Should he stay and enjoy a life of fame, or return to Andy, the boy who really loves him? The blockbuster film Toy Story 2 is retold in this full-color, 24-page storybook.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Woody
Jessie
Hamm
Rex
Slinky Dog
Mr. Potato Head
Bullseye
Buzz Lightyear
Al Mcwhiggin
Stinky Pete The Prospector
Discussion points
How did Woody feel when he was stolen, and why do you think he felt that way?
What does friendship mean to the characters in Toy Story 2? Can you think of a time when a friend helped you like they help each other?
Why do you think Jesse was afraid of going back into storage? How do you deal with things that scare you?
What would you do if you were in Buzz Lightyear's shoes and had to rescue a friend?
How do the toys work together to solve problems? Why is teamwork important?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story by asking open-ended questions. Share your own feelings about the characters and plot to create a two-way conversation. Highlight scenes that showcase positive behaviors like teamwork, friendship, and courage to reinforce these values in your child. Use the toys' adventures to draw parallels with real-life situations your child might face, promoting problem-solving and empathy. Finish the discussion by asking your child how they might act differently in their interactions after reading about the camaraderie and challenges in Toy Story 2.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship and teamwork
Explanation: In 'Toy Story 2', Woody and Buzz Lightyear, along with their toy friends, work together to save another toy from being sold. Their collaboration and support for each other showcase the strength found in teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by working collaboratively with their peers in school projects or during play, understanding that together, they can achieve more.
Example Lesson: Dealing with feelings of abandonment
Explanation: Woody struggles with fears of being forgotten by his owner Andy as he grows up. This aspect of the storyline helps children understand and articulate feelings of loneliness or abandonment.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children recognize and express their emotions when they feel left out or forgotten, whether it’s at home or school, fostering emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: The value of loyalty and commitment
Explanation: Despite the allure of being immortalized in a museum, Woody chooses to return to Andy, demonstrating loyalty. This decision underlines the importance of staying true to one’s commitments, even when faced with tempting alternatives.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of being loyal to friends and family, understanding the long-term value of deep, committed relationships over fleeting temptations.
Example Lesson: Coping with change and resilience
Explanation: Throughout 'Toy Story 2', the toys face various challenges and changes, yet they adapt and overcome them. Resilience is a key theme, embodied by the toys' ability to cope with and adapt to their circumstances.
Real-World Application: This narrative encourages children to be flexible and resilient in the face of change, whether it's moving to a new school or adapting to a new family dynamic.