A Journey of Tastes: A new way for children to learn to read while travelling to different continents, experiencing different foods while learning the days of the week (Adventure Children’s Books)
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This children's rhyming storybook follows four children on a seven-day adventure exploring the seven continents. As they journey from continent to continent, they learn about the days of the week and discover diverse foods from around the world, with sneak peeks behind red doors inviting them to guess the food. The book includes engaging rhymes, repetitiveness, and activities that enhance learning and make it enjoyable for parents to read to their children. It's written by the author of 'A Journey of Flavours' and 'A Sightseeing Adventure'.
Discussion points
Which continent had the most interesting food to you, and why?
How do you think the foods from each continent are different from what we eat at home?
If you could visit any day in the story, which day would you choose and what would you like to try?
How did learning about the days of the week through the foods make you feel about time and different cultures?
What new food would you like to try after reading this book, and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe each food mentioned in the book using their senses, such as taste, smell, and sight, to enhance their descriptive abilities.
Discuss the cultural significance of different foods, helping your child appreciate diversity and cultural traditions.
Relate the days of the week to your child’s routine to help them grasp the concept of time while connecting it to the book.
Create a mini 'world food day' where you try to create or sample one of the dishes from the book, promoting an experiential learning experience.
Ask your child to imagine creating their own book about different foods around the world. Discuss what foods they would include and why.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cultural Appreciation
Explanation: The book takes children on a journey around various continents where they explore different foods. This exposure helps children appreciate and respect diverse cultures.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by showing interest and respect towards different cultural cuisines during multicultural events at school or within their community.
Example Lesson: Learning Days of the Week
Explanation: Throughout their travels in the book, the days of the week are consistently tied to different activities, helping children grasp the sequence of the days.
Real-World Application: This can help children organize their weekly schedules, such as remembering what day they have specific activities like sports or music lessons.
Example Lesson: Adventure and Curiosity
Explanation: The protagonists’ willingness to try new foods and explore new places instills a sense of adventure and curiosity in young readers.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to explore their own environments, try new activities, and ask questions about the world around them.
Example Lesson: Healthy Eating Habits
Explanation: As the characters try various healthy foods from different cultures, the book promotes an understanding of balanced eating.
Real-World Application: Kids can be motivated to try new healthy food options and incorporate a variety of foods into their diet.