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There, there

by Sam McBratney

"There, there, Hansie Bear. You'll be better soon." That's what Hansie's dad says whenever Hansie hurts himself, and it always makes Hansie feel better. So when Dad gets a thorn in his foot, little Hansie knows just what to do. A day of stumbles, tumbles, and boo-boos are soothed for cub Little Hansie Bear by his comforting dad, who imparts reassurance and hugs that help make everything all right again.

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Chappie’s discussion starters

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?