Treasure Box: Book 3 (Volume 3)
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.
Why read this book
- Enhances vocabulary through engaging narrative.
- Introduces values of sharing and cooperation.
- Inspires creativity and curiosity in young readers.
- Ideal for parent-child reading sessions.
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the treasure hunt and why?
How do you think the characters felt when they found the treasure?
What would you do if you found a treasure box?
Can you think of a time when you had to work together with friends or family to solve a problem?
How does sharing the treasure at the end change the way the characters feel about each other?
Tip: Role play these questions
Pause at key moments in the story to ask your child how they predict the story will progress.
Encourage your child to describe the characters and setting, which helps enhance their comprehension and vocabulary.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their version of a 'treasure box' and discuss what personal treasures they would place inside.
Connect the story’s theme of teamwork and sharing to real-life scenarios in your child’s experiences to deepen their understanding and empathy.
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading experience more engaging and lively for your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: In 'Treasure Box: Book 3', characters demonstrate caring and understanding through their interactions, teaching children the importance of considering others' feelings.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by being considerate towards their friends' emotions and learning to support others in their times of need.
Example Lesson: Importance of cooperation
Explanation: The characters often work together to solve problems or achieve goals, highlighting the benefits of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Kids can use this lesson in group projects or shared activities at school, learning that collaboration often leads to success.
Example Lesson: Valuing diversity
Explanation: The book introduces characters from various backgrounds, teaching children to appreciate and embrace differences.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to be inclusive and open-minded in their daily interactions with diverse peers.
Example Lesson: Resilience in adversity
Explanation: Characters in the story face challenges but overcome them through persistence and courage, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn to adopt a positive attitude and keep trying even when faced with difficulties in school or in personal endeavors.
Example Lesson: Honesty
Explanation: Honest interactions between the characters teach the importance of truthfulness and integrity.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied by children being honest in their dealings with family, friends, and during school activities, fostering trust and strong relationships.