Weddings
Rites of passage Series
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What’s inside...
This series looks at the origin, historical practice and significance of rites of passage as celebrated within a wide range of religions and cultural groups.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes a wedding special?
How do you think the people getting married feel on their wedding day?
Can you describe what happens at a wedding?
Why do you think people celebrate weddings?
If you could plan a wedding, what would you include?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine their own wedding or a wedding they've attended. Ask them to describe what they saw, heard, and felt during the event.
Use the illustrations in the book to discuss different wedding traditions and ceremonies. Ask how they differ from or are similar to what your child might expect.
Discuss the emotions that might be felt during a wedding. Encourage your child to think about why weddings might make people feel happy, excited, or even a bit nervous.
Connect the story to your child's experiences by discussing any weddings of family members or friends they might remember, focusing on their favorite parts or memories.
Highlight the values of love, commitment, and community as depicted in the book, and relate them to your child’s understanding of these concepts.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding cultural diversity
Explanation: The book 'Weddings' showcases various wedding traditions from different cultures around the world.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect diverse cultural practices, fostering a sense of global citizenship and empathy.
Example Lesson: Significance of love and commitment
Explanation: Through exploring the concept of weddings, the book highlights the importance of love and lifelong commitment in different cultures.
Real-World Application: Children grasp the values of love, respect, and commitment in relationships, helping them build strong interpersonal connections.
Example Lesson: Celebration of family and community
Explanation: The book illustrates how weddings are occasions that bring families and communities together in celebration.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to value family bonds and community involvement, providing a foundation for social development.
Example Lesson: Importance of traditions and customs
Explanation: By demonstrating various wedding rituals, the book teaches children about the importance of traditions and customs in human societies.
Real-World Application: Kids understand the role of traditions in maintaining cultural heritage and learn the significance of preserving these practices.