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Guide for parents: I describe book’s lessons to help parents coach their kids
When I first read this book, I didn’t like it. I didn’t recognize the rhythm and the lessons. I didn’t see the nuances. Luckily my kids liked it and they asked me to read it again. After five reads, I noticed how wonderful it is. It’s even an excellent parenting resource to refer back to again and again with your kids when they have trouble with friendship. I’ll explain why:The book begins with a young bear who has a positive attitude about making a new friend that day. She tries many different ways of making friends, which teaches kids several real strategies: Be helpful, ask questions, introduce yourself to those who are friendly-looking, try to join in what they’re doing, and simply ask around. Almost every day, my kids use these strategies now. At school, on the playground, at the beach...I can’t tell you how useful it has been to refer back to the story and to remind your kids. Ask them, “What did Lucy the bear do in the book?” or “What are some things you can try to make friends, like Lucy?” I don’t doubt that these strategies have brought my kids a lot of joy and comfort.The story also has some nuanced points. Do not join in to activities where you cannot be yourself. Have boundaries and don’t play with those who do things *to* you, not with you. Ask the right questions about others (don’t ask an ostrich what it’s like to fly). Don’t try to be helpful by changing others (scrubbing the skunk’s stink off). Think about how others will perceive you (the rabbits are scared when the bear puts her head into their den).In one point of the book, after trying many strategies, Lucy gives up. During that time, a friend appears. But while she was down and sad, she doesn’t take it personally or criticize herself. That’s another valuable lesson, on top of the usual “don’t give up” moral.Another great lesson is the variety of critters the bear approaches, including frogs, giraffes, fish, rabbits, and many more. You could easily use this to show how we shouldn’t let differences keep us from friendships.If you’re the type of parent who appreciates having a story to refer to when coaching children through tough times, this one should be in your tool kit.
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The printer
Granddaughter loves this book.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 24, 2018
Nara C.
Good book, not like the previous one, but I recommend it.
Reviewed in Spain on March 21, 2017Andrea Hardie
An adorable story for every young child
Reviewed in Canada on April 4, 2014
