10 Reasons to Love an... Elephant
10 Reasons to Love Series
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What’s inside...
Elephants are amazing creatures! They go on incredible migrations, know that granny knows best, can incredibly clever and can scare off lions with their huge ears. You can show you love them by buying FSC products and NEVER buying anything made of ivory. Discover ten reasons why elephants are amazing and five ways you can show they love them in this gorgeous picture book written by non-fiction expert Catherine Barr - a must for any young animal enthusiast and a fantastic introduction to environmental issues.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you learn about elephants that surprised you the most?
Why do you think elephants are important to the environment?
How do you think we can help protect elephants in the wild?
If you were an elephant, what would your day look like?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading the book, ask your child what they already know about elephants. This can help gauge their prior knowledge and increase curiosity.
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences. For instance, discussing times when they needed to work together with others, just like elephants do.
While discussing the book’s themes, use expressive facial expressions and voice modulation to make the conversation more lively and engaging.
Post-reading, consider watching a documentary or looking up more facts about elephants together. This can help reinforce what they've learned and deepen their understanding.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Compassion
Explanation: The book showcases the emotional and social behaviors of elephants, highlighting how they care for their family members and mourn their losses.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these lessons by showing kindness and understanding towards their friends and family members, recognizing and respecting their feelings.
Example Lesson: Importance of Conservation
Explanation: Through engaging storytelling, '10 Reasons to Love an... Elephant' educates children on the threats elephants face, such as habitat loss and poaching.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the value of environmental stewardship and encourages them to be mindful of their impact on the planet, promoting activities like recycling and supporting wildlife conservation efforts.
Example Lesson: Knowledge and Curiosity
Explanation: The book discusses various interesting facts about elephants, such as their intelligence and memory capabilities, sparking curiosity and wonder in young readers.
Real-World Application: Children are motivated to learn more about other animals and their habitats, enhancing their knowledge and appreciation of nature. It encourages children to ask questions and seek answers, fostering a lifelong love for learning.