A Home in a Hole: Independent Reading Orange 6 Non-fiction
Independent Reading Orange Series
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Dive into 'A Home in a Hole: Independent Reading Orange 6 Non-fiction' by Sue Graves to explore the fascinating world of animals that make their homes in holes. This educational journey through unique habitats is perfect for children developing their reading skills, combining informative facts with engaging imagery. Part of the Reading Champion series, this book supports independent reading with simple sentence structures and vivid illustrations, all carefully graded to match a child's reading ability.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think it would be like to live in a hole? Can you describe it?
Why do you think some animals prefer living in holes instead of above ground?
If you could design a home in a hole, what special features would you include?
How do you think living in a hole helps these animals stay safe?
What did you learn about the different animals mentioned in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, encourage your child to use their imagination and think creatively about the scenarios presented.
Relate the animals' homes to your child's room by discussing what makes it special and how it protects them.
Ask your child to draw their version of an ideal underground home, incorporating elements discussed in the book.
Create connections with the story by comparing the safety of animal homes in holes to your own home’s safety features.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding different habitats
Explanation: The book explores various animal homes, teaching children about diverse living environments.
Real-World Application: Children can start observing and appreciating the nature around them, gaining awareness about different habitats in their surroundings.
Example Lesson: Importance of empathy
Explanation: By seeing how different animals live, children can develop a sense of empathy and understanding for creatures that share their world.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children to be more considerate and compassionate towards animals and people who have different lifestyles or come from different backgrounds.
Example Lesson: Learning about adaptation
Explanation: The book shows how animals adapt to their environments, which can be a great starting point for discussions on why and how creatures, including humans, adjust to their surroundings.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this understanding of adaptation by learning to adjust to new situations such as moving to a new place, changing schools, or meeting new people.