Llama, llama, red pajama by Anna Dewdney

Oh mamma llama, we feel you. Every parent with a reluctant sleeper feels you. If you don't know mamma llama yet, you need to. This lovely book deals with an anxious, hesitant llama who wants his mamma by his side at bedtime. All mamma asks for is a bit of patience. A lovely bedtime book with a helpful message to all kids.
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​⚈​ 1 Play ideas  ⚈​ 2 Classroom Activities  ⚈​ 3 Links to more Resources

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Acting out a story - 2+

Acting out a story is a common activity in classrooms around the world. There is no reason little ones can't join in too though. Little llama is quite active in this book and wee ones will have fun joining in. Jump on the bed. Stomp on the floor. Hide behind covers. You can even discuss how to be patient and things you can do while waiting (the opposite of these activities!).

​Read about when we originally did it on Instagram -  HERE
Shadow puppets - Age 2+

Has your child ever said they are scared of the dark? You can discuss the fear and emphasise how safe they really are, but that doesn't always work. Coming up with fun activities you can do in the dark is one thing that is suggested to combat that fear. How about shadow puppets? If you aren't great with your hands, try cutting out familiar shapes and getting kids to guess what they are based only on the shadow they see cast on the wall. 

Read about when we originally did it on Instagram - HERE
  • Create class art around children's favourite stuffed toy or security object
  • Write thank you notes to people or objects that make you feel safe
  • Come up with solutions for calming fears
  • Discuss common fears (or research the most common ones worldwide)
The book's own website has a number of free resources to go with the Llama Llama series. Find them HERE. 
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