Yummy: Eight Favorite Fairy Tales
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What’s inside...
Beware -- these fairy tales are not for the faint of heart! Maisy creator Lucy Cousins shifts gears to retell her favorites with vivid, rousing illustrations. Eight classic stories take on new energy as Lucy Cousins ramps up her artwork. In this bold, funny, and unflinching collection, the beloved author-illustrator retains all the emotion and humor of the original fairy tales: the heroes are courageous, the villains are horrible, and the children are tasty. With her sly, simple language and vibrant illustrations, even the scariest fiends become the stuff of shared hilarity and shivery thrills.
Age
3-7
Length
128 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Red Riding Hood
Wolf
Discussion points
What was your favorite fairy tale in the book and why did you like it?
How do you think the characters felt during their adventures?
If you could change one thing in any of the stories, what would it be and why?
What lessons do you think these fairy tales are trying to teach us?
Which character would you like to be friends with and what would you do together?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use animated voices for different characters to make the reading more lively and engaging.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book; this helps in deepening their connection and understanding of the story.
Discuss similar moral dilemmas or situations from the fairy tales that might relate to your child’s own experiences.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next before turning the page, to develop their anticipation and analytical skills.
After finishing the book, ask your child to summarize the fairy tales in their own words, helping them to focus on storytelling and retention.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Sharing
Explanation: The book showcases various characters who learn the value of sharing with others, which highlights a fundamental social skill.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by sharing their toys or snacks with friends, fostering better relationships and cooperation among peers.
Example Lesson: Understanding Consequences
Explanation: Through the narratives, children see that characters' actions lead to certain outcomes, teaching them about cause and effect.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children think about the consequences of their actions in real life, such as being gentle with pets or taking care of their belongings.
Example Lesson: Bravery and Courage
Explanation: Characters in the stories often face challenges and fears, yet they overcome them, demonstrating bravery.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to face their own fears, whether it’s trying new activities or standing up for themselves or others in difficult situations.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Kindness
Explanation: Stories depict characters who show empathy and kindness to others, which are important emotional intelligence skills.
Real-World Application: Children learn to understand and share the feelings of others, helping them to be kind and empathetic in interactions at school or in the family.