Who Cares?
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"Who Cares?" is a children's book from the Chan is a Caregiver collection that teaches compassion and generosity. The book focuses on the disease ALS and the significance of caregivers, using colorful illustrations to make the concept of caregiving understandable for young children. It highlights the importance of supporting those with ALS, a disease that affects people of all ages, races, and backgrounds. Additionally, the book features a separate story about Rhys, a boy who loves tap dancing but hides his passion for fear of peer judgment. When Rhys spends a weekend with his friend Sam, who is known for surfing, he discovers that Sam might also have a hidden passion for tap dancing.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
176 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the main character feels when others help them?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone? How did it make you feel?
Why do you think it's important to care for others?
How do you think the story would change if the characters didn't help each other?
What are some ways you can show care to your friends and family?
Tip: Role play these questions
As your child responds, listen actively without interrupting, to make them feel heard and encourage deeper thinking.
Relate the characters' experiences to real-life situations in your child’s world to help them connect with the story.
Praise your child for their thoughts and insights to boost their confidence in expressing themselves.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child's responses to keep the conversation flowing and to probe deeper into their understanding and feelings.
Encourage your child to draw a picture or enact a scenario where they care for someone, using inspiration from the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The story demonstrates the importance of understanding and sharing the feelings of others through its characters' interactions.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by recognizing emotions in their peers and offering support or kindness in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The protagonist of the story learns to take care of their belongings and the consequences of neglecting duties.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to be more responsible with their own items and tasks, such as homework or chores.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters face various challenges which they overcome by being brave and making tough decisions.
Real-World Application: Children can relate this to facing their own fears, like trying new activities or standing up for themselves or others.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The characters must work together to solve a problem, showcasing the benefits and necessity of collaboration.
Real-World Application: This emphasizes the importance of teamwork in group projects at school or in sports.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Through repeated failures and continued efforts, the main character learns that persistence leads to success.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of continuing to try in the face of difficulties, whether in learning new skills or completing tasks.