Max is trying to fix his backpack with duct tape. Moon tells Max it looks like his backpack has seen better days, which means it was in better condition in the past.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it >>>
Don't worry your child, it's ok if your stuff has seen better days. That just means it was in better shape in the past. We can always try to fix it and make it better, even if it's not perfect!
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4 activities you can do with your child now >>>
- Help your child to recreate the scene with Max and Moon by providing them with some duct tape, cardboard, and scissors. - Ask your child to explain the phrase “seen better days” to your child and ask them to provide some examples of things that have seen better days. - Talk to your child about ways to repair and fix things that have seen better days, such as Max’s backpack. - Help your child to create their own version of Max and Moon by using art materials, like paper and markers.
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Pretend play with your child >>>
NAME: "Max's Backpack Repair" INSTRUCTIONS: You and your child will take turns pretending to fix Max's backpack with duct tape. Take turns saying what you are doing and how the backpack is looking. After each turn, you both decide together if the backpack looks like it has seen better days or not. Have fun!
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this >>>
It's ok if things don't look perfect, your child. We can always find a way to make them better.