Dorothy, a girl from the Kansas prairies, finds herself lost and far from home in the Land of Oz. To return home, Dorothy sets off to find the Wizard of Oz and makes new friends along the way. But trouble comes along when the Wicked Witch of the West learns about Dorothy’s magic shoes. Dorothy lives in Kansas with her aunt, uncle, and Toto. One day, a cyclone picks up their house and carries away Dorothy and Toto far away.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it
"Hey, your child! In The Wizard of Oz, a girl named Dorothy gets taken to a magical land by a big storm. She has to find a Wizard to go back home and makes new friends, but an evil witch wants her shoes!"
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4 activities you can do with your child now
- Encourage your child to draw their own version of Dorothy's magic shoes. - Ask your child to retell the story, focusing on the new friends Dorothy made along the way. - Help your child make a tornado in a bottle using water and dish soap to demonstrate how a cyclone works. - Discuss with your child how Dorothy felt when she was lost and how she worked to find her way home, emphasizing the importance of perseverance.
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Pretend play with your child
GAME: Toto's Adventure As you watch the video, guide your child to act out the scenes with their toy Toto. Help them imagine that Toto is lost in Oz and needs to find his way back to Dorothy. Make it a fun adventure by hiding Toto in different rooms and giving your child clues to find him. Encourage your child to use their imagination and come up with their own twists and turns in the story.
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this
"Courage and friendship can help you overcome any obstacle. Dorothy's journey teaches us the importance of perseverance and standing by our friends no matter what."
