5 Min Stories Age 4-6 All Bedtime Early Readers Feelings and Emotions Picture Books Picture Books Sleep and Bedtime Stories
Teju’s Shadow
Teju is afraid... until his mother shows him how to conquer his fears.
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Bedtime Story written by Sope Martins
Illustrated by Ndumiso Nyoni
Designed by Aisha O’Reilly
Edited by Alison Ziki
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LET’S DISCUSS THE STORIES ~ IDEAS FOR TALKING WITH KIDS
Fearfulness, Feelings
1. In this story, Teju is afraid of shadows until his Mum helps him see that there’s nothing to be afraid of. Do you think talking to someone about the things you are afraid of can help? How might this be?