Where's the Christmas Elf?
Where'S The...? Series
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What’s inside...
A delightful Christmas search-and-find book where children are on the lookout for the elusive Christmas Elf amidst festive scenes.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the Christmas Elf does when no one is looking?
Why do you think the Elf likes to hide?
How do you feel when you find the Elf in the book?
Can you imagine what the Elf's home might look like?
What would you ask the Christmas Elf if you met him?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading more interactive.
Pause at key moments to allow your child to guess where the Elf might be hiding next.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their version of the Christmas Elf’s home.
Discuss the feelings associated with hunting for the Elf, relating them to everyday situations of looking for lost items.
Encourage your child to create their own version of a hide-and-seek story with the Christmas Elf.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Observation Skills
Explanation: As children search for the Christmas elf hidden on each page, they enhance their focus and attention to detail.
Real-World Application: Improved observation skills can help children in academic settings, especially in subjects like science and math where details are crucial.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: The challenge of finding the hidden elf teaches children the value of patience as they carefully look through each page.
Real-World Application: This can be applied in real life where patience is needed in waiting for their turn, completing a task, or when learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Memory Improvement
Explanation: Remembering the elf's last location or specific details in the book can aid in enhancing children's memory skills.
Real-World Application: Good memory skills are beneficial in educational environments, helping with retaining information and following instructions.
Example Lesson: Joy of Discovery
Explanation: The excitement of finding the elf provides a sense of achievement and joy, encouraging a positive attitude towards challenges.
Real-World Application: This joy can translate to a positive approach to challenges faced in school or in learning new activities.
Example Lesson: Family Bonding
Explanation: Sharing the experience of reading and finding the elf can be a delightful family activity, fostering closeness.
Real-World Application: Regular family reading time can strengthen relationships and improve communication within the family.