Max is nervous as he prepares to take the stage in a school play. Backstage, Moon wishes Max good luck by telling him to “break a leg.” Max freaks out because he imagines Moon wants him to literally break his leg.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it >>>
Hey your child, did you learn something new today? Blippy says that when someone tells you to break a leg, it means they want you to have a successful performance! It's not about actually breaking your leg, it's about doing your best and having fun on stage!
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4 activities you can do with your child now >>>
- Read your child a book about performing in a play. - Talk to your child about what they learned from watching Max in the play. - Ask your child to practice their lines and act out a play. - Create a “Break a Leg” card with your child that they can give to their friends before they perform.
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Pretend play with your child >>>
GAME NAME: Break A Leg: Luck or Not? Instructions: You and your child take turns dreaming up a situation in which the phrase 'break a leg' might be used. Take turns guessing what the phrase actually means in each situation. Whoever guesses correctly first gets a point. The person with the most points after 5 rounds wins!
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this >>>
You can accomplish anything if you put your mind to it, your child!