Oral Language
Discuss the story. By the end of the story, Leo has bloomed! Point out how his expression has changed to one of joy. Ask your child about the things Leo can do now that he had trouble with at the beginning of the story. Talk about times in your child’s life when she may have had trouble doing something, and what helped her through those times.
Beginning Writing
Leo the Tiger is finally able to do all of the things that were so challenging to him at the beginning of the story. Three people in his life never gave up on him: his mom, his dad and Leo himself! Give your child some paper, crayons, colored pencils and/or markers. Encourage her to talk about the people who believe in her. Invite her to draw these people. Help your child write their names and her own name on the paper. Once she’s finished, have her talk about her drawing.
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