When Jelly Had a Wobble
Food With Feelings Series
What’s inside...
The book tells the story of Jelly, who suddenly finds herself feeling unsure and wobbly. With the help of her friends, she learns to regain her confidence and stability, discovering the importance of support and self-belief in the process. In another story, Jelly is entered into the 'Best Food Competition', which makes him wobble with worry. Despite doubts and comparing himself to other popular foods, Jelly learns to celebrate his uniqueness and accept that it's okay to have a wobble every now and then.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Jelly felt when she started to wobble? Can you share a time when you felt the same?
What did Jelly's friends do to help her? Why is it important to help our friends?
What would you do if you were in Jelly's place? How would you handle the situation?
How did the story's ending make you feel? Why do you think it ended that way?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story by relating to Jelly’s experiences. Listen attentively to their thoughts and feelings.
Discuss the importance of friendship and support with your child, emphasizing how Jelly's friends helped her. Use examples from the story to highlight acts of kindness and teamwork.
Help your child to think critically by asking what they would do differently if they were in Jelly’s situation, fostering problem-solving skills.
At the end of the discussion, ask your child to summarize what they learned from the story. This helps reinforce the moral and promotes retention of the key messages.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing imperfections
Explanation: In 'When Jelly Had a Wobble,' Jelly is initially self-conscious about wobbling, but gradually learns to accept and even celebrate this unique trait.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate their own unique qualities and those of others, promoting self-esteem and empathy in social interactions.
Example Lesson: Resilience in facing fears
Explanation: Through the narrative, Jelly confronts the fear of being laughed at for wobbling. By the end, Jelly embraces this feature, showing resilience.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by facing their own insecurities or fears at school or in social settings, learning to overcome them with confidence.
Example Lesson: Support from friends
Explanation: Jelly's friends play a crucial role in helping Jelly accept its wobble, showcasing the importance of support and reassurance from peers.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be supportive friends and to seek support when they need it, enhancing their interpersonal relationships and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Celebrating individuality
Explanation: The story culminates in Jelly and friends celebrating Jelly’s wobble, highlighting the joy of accepting and reveling in what makes us different.
Real-World Application: Children learn to celebrate their own and others' differences, promoting diversity and inclusivity in their day-to-day interactions.