We Love You as Much as the Fox Loves Its Tail
What’s inside...
The book tells the heartwarming story of a young fox's journey to understand the depth of its parent's love, exploring the natural world and the bonds that tie families together. The parent's reassurance, 'We’ll love you as much as the narwhal loves its tusk,' serves as a touching metaphor for the unbreakable bond and deep affection they hold for their child. The story is enriched with a loving bedtime poem that welcomes a new baby to the family, illustrating the love shared through various metaphors connected to the Arctic landscape. Written by Inuk/Dene writer Masiana Kelly and illustrated by Tamara Campeau, the narrative celebrates the beauty of creating a family and the boundless love awaiting a new little soul.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
28 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the fox loves most about its tail?
How do you show love to your favorite things or people?
Why do you think it's important to take care of the things we love?
Can you think of a time when someone showed you they loved you as much as the fox loves its tail?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, maintain eye contact and use encouraging nods to show interest in your child’s thoughts and feelings. Ask follow-up questions based on their responses to deepen the conversation. Share a personal story about something you love and how you take care of it to help your child relate to the theme of the book. Use expressive read-aloud techniques, changing your voice tone to match different characters or emotions, which helps keep the child engaged and enhances their understanding of the story’s emotions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of family love and support
Explanation: The story beautifully illustrates the strong and unwavering love the fox has for its tail, paralleling the unconditional love within a family.
Real-World Application: Children will learn to appreciate and cherish the love and support from their family members, fostering stronger family bonds.
Example Lesson: Self-acceptance and embracing uniqueness
Explanation: The fox in the story shows pride in its unique tail, teaching children to embrace their individual traits.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children feel confident about their unique qualities and characteristics, promoting self-esteem and reducing peer pressure.
Example Lesson: Resilience through challenges
Explanation: As the fox faces various challenges, its love for its tail remains constant, symbolizing resilience and steadfastness.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to remain resilient and steadfast in their own lives, maintaining a positive outlook despite difficulties or challenges.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: The story delves into the emotions of the fox, offering a perspective that fosters empathy.
Real-World Application: By understanding the fox's feelings, children can better empathize with the emotions of others around them, enhancing their social interactions.
Example Lesson: The joy of sharing
Explanation: The fox shares its experiences and adventures, highlighting the happiness found in sharing stories and moments.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to share their own experiences with friends and family, enriching relationships and promoting communication.