Who takes care of us? Not just our families but “little people” and fairy
folk. They are found in Harry Potter books and many other tales.
CONNECT:
- Read the Muggle’s guide to house elves from Harry Potter at https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Muggles%27_Guide_to_Harry_Potter/Magic/House_Elf
- In Norway and Sweden mischievous little sprites protect homes. Their legends are found at https://www.ingebretsens.com/culture/traditions/legend-of-nisse-and-tomte
- A Scottish Brownie is not something to eat but rather a house elf. Read about them and other house elves in https://exemplore.com/magic/House-Fairies-and-Elves-The-Brownie-Monicello-and-More
CREATE:
- Cook up some elf food by following the directions at https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/elf-food/b7bc54d1-9169-4d50-bae6-189ea68bd9ca
- Fairy bread is an Aussie children’s party favorite; make your own from this recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/80934/fairy-bread/
- ‘Tis the time to make kid-friendly crafts: http://www.playideas.com/25-awesome-elf-crafts-for-kids/
CARE:
- A Brownie is also a young Girl Scout; scout out what they do and how they help others at https://www.girlscouts.org/en/our-program/grade-levels/what-brownies-do.html
- In Iceland elves save the countryside; find out their impact at https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2015/mar/25/iceland-construction-respect-elves-or-else
- Enjoy this German tale of the shoemaker and the helpful elves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqOGt5TvAUA; You can be a helpful elf too.
CAREERS:
Do your thoughts turn to fantasy? You could become a writer, a
storyteller, an artists, an entertainer or even an anthropologist. Let your
imagination fly!
