Winter Wonderland Magic Painting Book
Magic Painting Books Series
What’s inside...
Filled with wintry whimsy, from ice-skating unicorns to snow castles, northern lights and other fantastical delights. Use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and festive colours magically appear! A mess-free way to keep children busy in the holidays. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the winter wonderland and why?
How do you think the animals feel in the snowy scenes? Can you describe their emotions?
If you could add another magical element to the winter wonderland, what would it be and why?
How do the colors change when you paint the pictures? What does that make you feel?
Can you imagine yourself in the winter wonderland? What would you do there?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe the images in detail before and after painting, focusing on colors and transformations to enhance observational skills.
Utilize pauses after each question to give your child time to think and articulate their thoughts fully, which supports their language development.
Relate elements of the winter wonderland to your child's own experiences with winter or nature to make the interaction more personal and memorable.
Express genuine interest and excitement in your child's responses to foster a love for sharing and reading further.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: The 'Winter Wonderland Magic Painting Book' allows children to bring scenes to life with colors that appear magically with water, encouraging them to use their imagination and think creatively.
Real-World Application: Children can apply creativity in solving problems or expressing themselves in school projects and daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Patience and Concentration
Explanation: This book requires children to carefully paint within the lines and wait for colors to reveal, which fosters patience and improves concentration.
Real-World Application: These skills help children in academic settings, particularly during tasks that require sustained attention and precision.
Example Lesson: Understanding Cause and Effect
Explanation: By using a wet brush on the special pages, children see the immediate effect their actions have on the paper, which teaches them the concept of cause and effect.
Real-World Application: This understanding aids in learning other subjects such as science and mathematics and enhances general problem-solving skills.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Seasons
Explanation: The book focuses on winter scenes, providing an opportunity to teach children about different seasons and the unique aspects of winter.
Real-World Application: Knowledge about seasons can be applied in various educational subjects such as geography and science, and encourages seasonal activities and appropriate dressing.
Example Lesson: Motor Skills Development
Explanation: Handling a paintbrush promotes fine motor control and coordination as children navigate coloring the intricate details of the illustrations.
Real-World Application: Fine motor skills are crucial for writing, using tools, and performing daily tasks such as tying shoelaces or buttoning clothes.