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Welcome, Parents!

Help your child learn responsibility, honesty, patience, perseverance, and mindfulness through Harold's hilarious adventures!

Why Parents Love Harold

✅ Values Without Preaching - Kids learn naturally through story

✅ Laugh-Out-Loud Funny - Even reluctant readers can't put it down

✅ Real Character Growth - Harold's progress is authentic and relatable

✅ Discussion Starters - Perfect for family conversations

✅ Age-Appropriate - No scary content, just fun disasters

✅ Educational - Aligned with what kids learn in school

✅ Complete Guides - We help you guide the learning

Reading with Your Child - By Age Group:

 Ages 6-7:

Read-Aloud Together

• Perfect bedtime stories

• Pause for predictions and reactions

• Use voices for characters (kids love this!)

• Discuss after each chapter

Ages 8-9:

Transitioning to Independent Reading

• Read first book together, then let them continue

• Check in after each book for discussion

• Let them read ahead if excited!

• Celebrate completion of each book

 Ages 10-11: Independent Reading with Discussion

• They'll likely binge the series!

• Set aside time for discussion

• Connect lessons to real-life situations

• Consider reading as a family and discussing together ____

 

Family Discussion Guides

For Each Book: We provide:

• Simple discussion questions you can ask

• Talking points for different ages

• Ways to connect the story to real life

• Activities you can do together

• Warning signs to watch for (if themes touch on sensitive topics)

[Download All Parent Discussion Guides]

Family Discussion Guides For Each Book:

We provide:

• Simple discussion questions you can ask

• Talking points for different ages

• Ways to connect the story to real life

• Activities you can do together

• Warning signs to watch for (if themes touch on sensitive topics)

[Download All Parent Discussion Guides]

Activities to Do Together After Reading Each Book:

 Book 1 (Science Fair):

• Create a family project timeline together

• Do a simple volcano experiment (with correct ingredients!)

• Talk about a time you procrastinated

 

Book 2 (Pet Day):

• Discuss honesty in your family

• If you have pets, review responsibilities

• Role-play scenarios about asking permission

 

Book 3 (Birthday Bash):

• Practice patience exercises together

• Bake something as a family (planning ahead!)

• Talk about controlling impulses

 

Book 4 (Sports Day):

• Try a family physical challenge

• Share stories of perseverance

• Celebrate effort over results

 

Book 5 (Hospital):

• Practice mindfulness together

• Play awareness games

• Reflect on growth over time

[Download Complete Activity Guide for Families]

Handling Difficult Topics When Your Child Makes Mistakes:

Harold's stories provide a framework for discussing mistakes:

1. Normalize mistakes: "Even Harold makes big mistakes, right?"

2. Focus on response: "What did Harold do after? What can you do?"

3. Celebrate growth: "Remember Book 1 Harold vs. Book 5 Harold?"

4. Apply lessons: "What lesson would Harold learn from this?"

Sample conversations for common situations:

• When your child procrastinates

• When your child lies or hides something

• When your child acts impulsively

• When your child wants to give up

• When your child isn't paying attention

 [Download: Using Harold to Discuss Real-Life Situations]

Supporting Your Reader If Your Child is a Reluctant Reader:

• Start with Book 1 read-aloud

• Focus on the funny parts

• Don't force discussion - let it happen naturally

• Celebrate any reading progress

• Consider audiobook options (if available)

 

If Your Child Loves Harold:

• Let them read ahead at their pace

• Encourage them to write their own Harold story

• Have them share Favorite parts with family

• Consider gifting the series to friends

• Join our reader community to share excitement

Growth Tracking

Watch Your Child Grow with Harold:

We provide tools to help you, and your child reflect on growth:

• Monthly reflection prompts

• "How I've Grown" journal pages

• Parent observation guides

• Celebration milestones

 

Example: After finishing all 5 books, sit together and discuss:

• Which Harold lesson meant most to you?

• How have you changed this year?

• What's one thing you want to keep working on?

• What would you tell someone who keeps making mistakes?

 [Download Growth Tracking Tools for Families

F A Q for Parents

  • A: You can enjoy individual books, but Harold's growth is most meaningful when you follow his complete journey. At minimum, we recommend reading each 5-book arc in order.

  • A: Books 1-5 are available now. Books 6-10 will release over [timeframe]. Books 11-20 will follow. Pre-order the complete collection to never miss a release!

  • A: We strongly recommend starting with Book 1! Harold's character development builds across books, and you'll miss important context starting mid-series.

  • A: Every book teaches a valuable Life-lesson! But Books 5, 10, 15, and 20 serve as "milestone" books that tie together each arc.

  • A: Book 20 completes Harold's primary school journey. We'll see what Harold does in secondary school after that! 😊

  • A: Both! Individual books are available or save money with arc bundles or the complete collection.

     

  • A: Great problem to have! While waiting for new Harold books, check out our activity sheets, encourage your child to write their own Harold adventures, or re-read to spot details they missed!

  • A: Ages 7-11 for independent reading, 6-7 for read-aloud. No scary content, just fun disasters!

  • A: No. The "disasters" are funny and age appropriate. Themes include making mistakes, taking responsibility, and learning—all handled with humor and heart.

  • A: About 2-3 hours for independent readers, 4-5 bedtime sessions for read-aloud.

  • A: Yes! Kids typically binge the series once they start. Save money with the bundle!

  • A: Many parents report Harold helps their children understand consequences and taking responsibility. The stories provide a framework for discussing real-life situations.

Parent Community

Connect with Other Harold Parents:

Join our parent community to:

• Share how Harold has helped your family

• Exchange discussion tips

• Get advice from other parents

• Share your child's growth stories

 

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