Motormouth Mattie's Amazing Day
Meet Mattie, the chatterbox with a head full of ideas and a mough that just won't stop! In Motormouth Mattie's Amazing Day, the first in a series, our lively young girl embarks on colorful stories filled with dreams, challenges, and a valuable lesson. As Mattie's constant talking annoys her friends, she starts to realize that something's wrong.
Perfect for story time, Motormouth Mattie's Amazing Day is a tender reminder that great conversations begin when we open our ears as well as our mouths.Will Mattie be able to listen and foster deeper friendships?Dive into this heartwarming story and find out!
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- A fun and engaging story about the magic of listening — join Mattie as she discovers how powerful her ears can be!
- Mattie's three big friendship mistakes — real-life “oops” moments that help kids see that everyone messes up sometimes.
- How Mattie's hurt feelings made her pause and reflect — a chance for your child to connect with Mattie’s inner thoughts.
- A two-line poem that encourages listening — quick, memorable and ideal for kids to chant or remember.
- A parent-child discussion guide — conversation prompts and ideas to help you deepen the story and make it meaningful.
What You Will Master
- That the key to making and keeping friends is actually being a good listener — not just talking.
- How over-talking can cause social challenges — and what happens when the balance tips too far.
- How to explore and name emotions through Mattie's story — helping your child better understand their own feelings and those of others.
- How to “read” the body language of Mattie's friends — noticing how others feel, even when they don't use words.
- How to balance talking with listening — giving children permission to speak and to pause.
- How to enjoy the book even more by discussing key ideas — turning reading time into bonding time and meaningful learning.