Trembling Hands
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'Trembling Hands' is a rhyming book aimed at helping parents, teachers, and carers to start conversations with children about anxiety and fear. The book includes engaging activities and discussions that can be completed as a group to manage emotions and understand anxiety. It provides tools to help identify when a child is feeling stressed or anxious and offers guidance on how to cope with these feelings.
Discussion points
What do you think the main character felt when their hands were trembling? Can you describe a time you felt something similar?
How do you think the story would change if the main character reacted differently to their trembling hands?
What are some ways the characters in the book showed support to each other? How do we support our friends and family?
Why do you think the author chose 'Trembling Hands' as the title for the book? What does it signify?
What is the main message or lesson of the story? How can we apply it to our own lives?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathetic responses by discussing personal experiences that relate to the characters' situations.
Emphasize the importance of understanding and managing emotions, as exhibited by the characters in the book.
Prompt your child to think critically by asking them to imagine alternative outcomes based on different character reactions.
Use the discussion to instill values of support and kindness, aligning with the characters' behaviors in the book.
Reflect together on the main message of the book and discuss practical ways it can be applied in everyday life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Through the protagonist's journey, children see how understanding others' feelings and perspectives is vital.
Real-World Application: It teaches children to consider others' emotions and viewpoints in their daily interactions, fostering kinder relationships.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The story showcases characters overcoming obstacles, demonstrating the importance of persistence.
Real-World Application: Children learn to tackle their challenges with determination, whether in school tasks or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Characters in the book face their fears, illustrating bravery in difficult situations.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to act bravely when confronted with new or intimidating situations.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The book emphasizes taking ownership of one’s actions and their consequences.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to be accountable for their actions at home, in school, and while interacting with others.