Max finds two movie tickets on his desk, so he asks Moon if he knows where the tickets came from. Moon replies that it was a gift from her because she heard that Max had a rough week, and that he also did well on his test. When Max asks Moon how she knew, Moon says that “a little bird told her”, which is something that people say when they don’t want to reveal who told them something, or if both people already know who the source must be.
Tips for Parents
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4 activities you can do with your child now
- Have a conversation with your child about the concept of a "little bird" and how it is a way of saying someone told you something without revealing who. - Encourage your child to share any interesting or exciting news they may have heard from their own "little bird" sources. - Create a game where you and your child take turns being the "little bird" and sharing secrets with each other. - Discuss the importance of keeping secrets and when it is appropriate to share information with others.
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Pretend play with your child
GAME NAME: Little Bird's Secret GAME DESCRIPTION: In this game, you and your child take turns pretending to be the "little bird" who tells each other secrets. Each secret can be something positive or encouraging about the other person. It's a fun way to strengthen your bond and practice expressing appreciation for one another.
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this
"Always be kind and thoughtful towards others, because you never know who might be looking out for you."