Treasure Box: Book 1 (Volume 1)
#1 in Catholic Children's Treasure Box Series
What’s inside...
The Treasure Box books present a wonderful combination of fun, innocence, and the Catholic Faith. They teach the Faith in a simple way, and they inspire children's hearts to love God. The pictures are truly beautiful, unlike the cartoon illustrations found in many children's books today. These books are full of Catholic doctrine, presented reverently and simply at a young child's level, in a manner to capture the child's interest and raise the heart to God.
Discussion points
What do you think is the most valuable treasure in the story, and why?
How do the characters in the book show kindness to each other?
What would you do if you found a treasure box, and how would you use its contents?
Can you think of a time when you discovered something valuable (not necessarily money or gold) that meant a lot to you?
How do you think the story would change if it was set in today's world?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, fostering a deeper understanding.
Relate the themes of the book to your child’s experiences, asking them to draw parallels between their life and the story.
Discuss the actions and motivations of different characters to help your child build empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
Use creative prompts, such as asking your child to imagine a different ending to the story or to think about what they would keep in their own treasure box.
Create a supportive environment where your child feels comfortable asking questions and sharing their ideas about the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and compassion
Explanation: In 'Treasure Box: Book 1,' the characters often face situations where they need to understand and share the feelings of others, promoting empathy.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to recognize emotions in peers and offering kindness and support during interactions at school or play.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: The characters in the story frequently collaborate to solve problems, highlighting the value of working together.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the effectiveness of cooperating in group tasks whether in classroom projects or in sports.
Example Lesson: Courage to face fears
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters encounter challenges that require bravery to overcome, demonstrating the virtue of courage.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to face their own fears, whether it's speaking in front of the class or trying out a new activity.
Example Lesson: Value of perseverance
Explanation: Characters persist through difficulties, teaching children the merit of not giving up despite setbacks.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of continuing effort in learning new skills like reading, writing, or riding a bicycle.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: The book is filled with imaginative scenarios that inspire creativity among its readers.
Real-World Application: Children can use this to enhance their creative thinking in school projects or in devising new games to play with friends.