That Face
Vicky is a determined little girl who never gives up. Whether it’s learning to count, solving puzzles or getting her coat on, she always pulls “that face” – a look of pure determination that means she’s ready to try again. This delightful story inspires kids to keep going, no matter how tricky things get.
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Vocabulary
- Determined
- When you really want to do something and won’t give up.
- Frustrated
- Feeling upset when something is hard or doesn’t work right away.
- Giggle
- A small, happy laugh.
- Counting
- Saying numbers in the correct order.
- Collapsed
- To fall down, usually when you’re tired or upset.
- Cheeky
- A little bit silly or playful in a fun way.
- Hop
- A small jump using one foot.
- Starfish
- A sea creature, but here Vicky lies on the floor with arms and legs spread wide like one.
Context
‘That Face’ is a modern illustrated story that supports early childhood development through social-emotional learning. It follows a little girl named Vicky who shows strong determination as she learns to count to ten, despite moments of frustration. The story uses repetition, gentle humour, and family support to highlight resilience, perseverance, and growth mindset. Vicky’s “face” becomes a symbol of her inner strength and desire to succeed. This engaging narrative helps children understand emotional self-regulation and encourages them to celebrate effort as much as success.
Discussion questions
Spark a conversation with your child and connect the story to real-life lessons.
Growth Mindset
- What do you think is a ‘growth mindset’? What might it mean to have a ‘growth mindset’ like Vicky?
- Why is it important to keep going even when something is difficult?
- Can you think of something you learned after making a few mistakes first?
Practice, Persistence, Perseverance
- What are some things Vicky keeps practicing throughout the story?
- How does her special face show that she is being persistent?
- What helps you keep trying when something feels tricky?
Trying
- What are some things Vicky tries to do in the story?
- What helps Vicky keep going when she feels like giving up?
- Can you remember a time you tried really hard to do something new?
Siblings, Family
- How does Vicky’s big brother help her when she is learning to count?
- What do they do together when she finally gets it right?
- What’s something kind your sibling or family member has done for you?
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Credits
This story was brought to life by these awesome real humans!
- Written by: David A. Miller
- Illustrated by: Faishal Aziz
- Edited, designed and narrated by: Jade Maitre
- Music video from www.zapsplat.com
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