About This Book
Josie's Lost Tooth is a relatable chapter book for children aged 4-11, focusing on the common childhood experience of losing baby teeth. Josie is a capable and confident child in many areas, but she's the only one in her class who still has all her baby teeth, leading to feelings of anxiety and being different. The story gently explores her impatience, her observations of friends losing teeth, and the anticipation of the Tooth Fairy. It's a comforting read that normalizes the varied timelines of development and celebrates the joy of growing up.
Josie is the monkey-bars champion, the first one to read a whole book by herself, and the second-fastest runner in her class. But she s the worst at losing teeth the only kid in her class who still has all her baby teeth!
Discussion Prompts
1
How does Josie feel when she realizes she's the only one in her class who hasn't lost a tooth?
2
What are some things Josie is good at, and how do those skills help her when she feels frustrated about her teeth?
3
Have you ever felt like you were the last one to do something that all your friends had already done? How did that feel?
4
What do you imagine the Tooth Fairy does with all the teeth she collects?
5
What advice would you give to Josie if she was your friend and felt worried about losing a tooth?
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