READING TOGETHER

Small pauses. Bigger conversations.

A few questions to explore around Mabel’s story idea. There is room for different answers, a second look and a pause.

Supplied illustration of reading together

01 · NOTICE

Notice the small light

Mabel’s lantern is growing dim.

What might she notice if she stops and looks?

Take a moment before deciding what happens next.

02 · WONDER

Wonder about the firefly

Mabel meets a firefly who is lost too.

Can someone need help and still help someone else?

There does not have to be one answer.

03 · TALK

Talk about asking

Mabel asks for help.

What could she say?

Try a few words together: “I’m not sure which way to go. Can you help?”

These prompts accompany an early story idea. Publication details, formats and age guidance are unconfirmed.