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The One and Only Super Duper Golly Whopper Jim Dandy Really Handy Clock Tock Stopper is a delightful children's book that will have kids laughing out loud with its silly rhymes and zany illustrations. The story follows a grouchy porcupine who is constantly complaining about the ticking of his clock. One day, a fast-talking rabbit comes to his door and offers to sell him the one and only, super duper, golly-whopper, jim-dandy, really-handy clock-tock stopper. The porcupine is skeptical at first, but he eventually agrees to buy the contraption. However, the clock-tock stopper only makes things worse, and the porcupine is left with a bigger mess than ever before.
This book is a great way to teach kids about the importance of being content with what they have. The porcupine is never satisfied with his situation, and he is always looking for something better. As a result, he misses out on all the good things that are right in front of him. The book also teaches kids about the value of friendship. The rabbit is the only one who is willing to help the porcupine, and he does so without expecting anything in return. This book is a fun and heartwarming read that will teach kids valuable lessons about life.
Here are some additional activities that you can do with your child after reading this book:
- Make your own clock-tock stopper. You can use any materials you have on hand, such as cardboard, paper, and glue. Be creative and see what you can come up with!
- Write a story about a time when you were grouchy. What made you grouchy? How did you feel afterwards? What did you do to make yourself feel better?
- Talk to your child about the importance of being content with what they have. Ask them what they are grateful for. What are some things that they would like to have, but don't need? Help them to see that they are already lucky to have so many things.
- Read other books about friendship. There are many great children's books that teach about the importance of friendship. Some of our favorites include The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein, Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst, and Corduroy by Don Freeman.