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A story can be a comfortable starting point for conversations that are difficult to begin on their own. Flossy Stands Tall, by Charlee Bee, introduces themes of finding your voice, standing up to bullies and treating others with kindness.
From us at Bubbly Books, this guide offers parents and educators a few ways to talk about those themes with children. The questions and activities below are suggestions for your reading time, rather than quotations or activities taken from the book.
At a glance
Book: Flossy Stands Tall
Author: Charlee Bee
Listed age range: 4–8
Themes: kindness, self-confidence, resilience, empathy and finding your voice.
Start with what your child notices
Read together at a pace that suits your child. You do not need to pause on every page or turn the story into a lesson. After reading, begin with an open invitation: “What would you like to talk about?” A drawing or a short answer is just as welcome as a long conversation.
If your child would rather listen than talk, you can share a gentle observation of your own. Keep it connected to what you have actually read, and leave room for a different response.
Talk about finding your voice
The book’s description highlights finding your voice and teaching others how to treat you with kindness. You might ask: “What does being treated kindly look like?” or “What could someone say if they want an unkind behaviour to stop?”
Try practising a simple phrase together, such as “Please stop. I don’t like that.” Explain that children can also move away and ask a trusted adult for help. A child does not have to manage repeated unkind behaviour alone.
Make kindness something you can practise
Ask your child to think of one small kind action they could try: inviting someone to join a game, listening when another person speaks, or checking whether a friend is all right. Let them choose an action that feels manageable rather than expecting a big gesture.
For a shared activity, draw two speech bubbles. In one, write words that ask for respectful treatment. In the other, write words that offer support to someone else. Younger children can tell you their ideas while you write.
Questions for home or classroom reading
Choose one or two questions rather than working through a checklist. Allow children to pass, and avoid asking them to describe personal experiences in front of a group.
- What does it mean to stand tall in the way you treat yourself?
- How can someone be confident and kind at the same time?
- Who could you ask for help if someone keeps being unkind?
- What could you say to a friend who feels left out?
Choose the reading experience that fits your family
Our website lists Flossy Stands Tall for ages 4–8. That age range is a starting point: you can decide how much discussion to add based on your child’s interests and comfort. Keep the focus on enjoying time together, with space to return to a question another day.
Explore our books about bravery, wonder and kind hearts for more stories to share. You can also view Flossy Stands Tall on Amazon for the current listing and available formats.
A small conversation is enough
You do not need a perfect answer to every question. Sharing the story, listening to your child and practising one kind or confident phrase can make reading time a useful place to begin.
Explore the Flossy Stands Tall book page for a summary and the Amazon purchase link.