Charlie is tired of being a small bird. He’s tired of being scared, and he’s tired of wishing he was someone else. He longs to be big. So, he sets off to learn the “big” secret from every large animal he can find. First is Moose. Perching on Moose’s antlers makes Charlie feel big—but when Moose runs fast, Charlie can’t hold on. Next, Charlie meets Fish. Fish is big, but only because his pond is so small. Eventually, Charlie meets Dog. Dog has an idea of how Charlie can be big. But to do as Dog suggests, Charlie will have to be very brave and fly very high. What will happen when Charlie reaches for the sky? Let’s find out.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it >>>
Hey your child, did you learn something cool after watching that video? Blippy says, 'You can be big by doing brave things - even if it means flying high!' So, be brave and reach for the sky!
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4 activities you can do with your child now >>>
- Read the story with your 4 year old and have a discussion about the different animals Charlie meets. - Work with your 4 year old to create a drawing of the different animals Charlie meets in the story. - Play a game of pretend with your child: pretend to be Charlie and the animals he meets. - Take a nature walk with your 4 year old and discuss the different things they see that remind them of the story.
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Pretend play with your child >>>
Play "Be Big: The High-Flying Challenge" with your child! You take turns acting out the various animals that Charlie meets, while your child has to figure out how they can help him become big. For example, when you act out Moose, your child has to find a way to hold onto Moose while they run. Who will win this high-flying challenge?
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this >>>
Be brave and reach for the sky, your child. You'll find that it's worth it!