David's Father
By Robert Munsch
The Story
A girl named Julie notices the furniture moving into her new neighbor's house is enormous, and starts to wonder whether her new friend David's father might actually be a giant.
Why It's Special
For the kid who's certain the new neighbors are hiding something strange, this one turns that suspicion into a full-blown, giant-sized mystery.
- Big idea: First impressions and big surprises don't have to be scary once you get to know someone.
- Vibes: Playful, tall-tale silly, with a build-up of comic suspense.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy tall tales that stretch reality
- like to guess what happens next
- are working on meeting new neighbors or friends without fear
- respond well to stories with a big, funny reveal
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & noticing details: What clues made Julie think something was unusual about David's new house?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Julie felt when she first saw all that giant-sized furniture?
- Imagination: If your new neighbor turned out to be a giant, what do you think their house would look like inside?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever been nervous about a new neighbor or a new friend before you got to know them?
