Tweenies Im Not Scared
Tweenies. Series
What’s inside...
Snuffle, splutter, grunt! There's something behind the curtains. One by one, Bella, Milo, Fizz and Jake tiptoe up to the curtains, but they are all too scared to look. When Judy persuades them to open the curtains, what will they find?
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What parts of the book made you feel brave?
How did the characters handle their fears?
Can you think of a time when you felt like one of the characters? What did you do?
Why do you think it's important to talk about our fears?
How do you feel after reading this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use a calm and curious tone to make your child feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings.
Relate personal stories of facing fears to help your child connect with the book and feel understood.
Praise your child for their insights to encourage deeper thinking and build their conversational confidence.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child's responses to show genuine interest and to delve deeper into the discussion.
Revisit the book after your discussion, allowing your child to reflect on new insights and apply them to the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding and managing fear
Explanation: In 'Tweenies: I'm Not Scared', the characters face various scenarios that initially scare them. Through their experiences, they learn to understand what fear is and how to handle it.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by identifying their own fears and learning coping strategies to deal with situations like starting at a new school or trying out for a sports team.
Example Lesson: Empathy and supporting friends
Explanation: The Tweenies show care and support for each other when someone is afraid. This demonstrates the importance of empathy and helping others.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to recognize when a friend or sibling is scared and offer support or comfort, fostering a nurturing social environment.
Example Lesson: Bravery in facing the unknown
Explanation: As the Tweenies encounter new challenges, they learn to confront their fears and often find enjoyment and satisfaction in the process.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to approach new experiences, such as trying a new activity or making new friends, with courage and openness.
Example Lesson: Communication about feelings
Explanation: The characters frequently discuss their fears and feelings, illustrating healthy emotional expression.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the importance of talking about their feelings with parents, teachers, or peers, which can help manage their emotions more effectively.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Throughout the book, the Tweenies are presented with situations that they need to think through in order to overcome their fears.
Real-World Application: Children learn to assess problems and find effective solutions, a valuable skill in academics and personal life.