Wolfboy
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What’s inside...
This dynamic picture book from an award-winning art director illustrates two exciting tales about Wolfboy. In the first story, Wolfboy is feeling hangry, which turns him into a drooly, growly, and fussy creature as he searches through the forest for rabbits. The bold illustrations and energetic storytelling capture the intense feelings of being very hungry, making it engaging for young readers and parents alike. In the second story, Wolfboy faces his fears as he tries to sneak through the Grumble Monster's lair to get home before moonset. Despite claiming to be super brave, Wolfboy realizes that being scared is totally normal, which is vividly brought to life with bold art and a high-energy text perfect for reading aloud. Both stories are perfect for fans of 'Grumpy Monkey' and 'The Bad Seed', as well as 'I'm Not Scared, You're Scared'.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think Wolfboy was so grumpy at the beginning of the story?
How did Wolfboy's feelings change when he met new friends? What does this teach us about friendship?
What are some ways that Wolfboy and his friends worked together to solve their problem?
How would you feel if you were in Wolfboy's place? What would you have done differently?
What is the importance of sharing and caring as shown in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings and thoughts about the characters' emotions and actions. Validate their feelings and provide examples from your own experiences related to the themes of friendship and cooperation. Draw parallels between the story and real-life scenarios to enhance their understanding and empathy.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of patience
Explanation: Wolfboy is very grumpy because he is hungry and has to wait for his dinner, demonstrating how impatience can affect mood.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of waiting patiently for something they want, which can help them handle delays and manage their emotions better in situations like waiting for their turn at a game or school activity.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding others
Explanation: As Wolfboy meets other creatures who are also hungry, he begins to understand and share their feelings, showcasing empathy.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to recognize and share feelings with others, aiding them in building better relationships and social skills by considering what others might be feeling in a given situation.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Wolfboy and his new friends work together to find food, highlighting teamwork and collective problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by working collaboratively to solve problems at school or during play, learning that teamwork can lead to successful outcomes.
Example Lesson: Dealing with emotions
Explanation: Wolfboy experiences and expresses strong emotions like frustration and eventually happiness, illustrating the management of feelings.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that it is normal to experience different emotions and important to express them in healthy ways, helping them navigate their own emotional responses.