A kit and a cut: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 5 Set 2a)
Red Squirrel Phonics Series
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What’s inside...
Follow the delightful adventures of a young squirrel learning the ropes of life in the forest with friends and family. Through challenges and fun times, our furry hero grows in understanding and courage.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the kit will do next after finding the cut?
How do you feel about the characters and their decisions?
Can you think of a different ending for the story? What would it be?
How do the illustrations help tell the story?
What did you learn from the story that you can use in your own life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the story to life, changing your tone and pace to match the narrative.
Encourage your child to predict the plot development before turning the page, enhancing their analytical skills.
Discuss the values and lessons learned from the story, relating them to everyday situations your child might encounter.
Ask your child to describe their favorite character and why they like them, fostering a deeper connection with the story.
After reading, engage your child in drawing a scene from the book, solidifying their comprehension and recall.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: The characters in 'A kit and a cut' work together to solve a problem, showcasing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of cooperating with others to achieve common goals, which can be applied in group activities at school or in play.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving Skills
Explanation: This story presents characters faced with challenges, which they must think creatively to overcome, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Kids can use similar problem-solving approaches when they encounter obstacles in their own lives, whether in academic tasks or personal situations.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: By observing the experiences of the characters, children learn to understand and share the feelings of others, fostering empathy.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children in developing interpersonal relationships, enhancing their ability to connect with peers and adults empathetically.