Animalogy: Animal Analogies (Arbordale Collection)
Arbordale Collection Series
What’s inside...
Compare and contrast different animals through predictable, rhyming analogies. Find the similarities between even the most incompatible animals . . . bat is to flit as eagle is to soar; dog is to bark as lion is to roar. Comparisons include sounds, physical adaptations, behaviors, and animals classes and are so fun, readers learn without even realizing it! Animalogy is to fun, as animals are to nature. The book includes a 6-page 'For Creative Minds' educational section, 48 pages of cross-curricular Teaching Activities, 3 Interactive Quizzes available on the book's homepage, eBooks with Auto-Flip, Auto-Read, and selectable English and Spanish text and audio. It is also aligned to State Standards, Lexile, Guided Reading, AR, Reading Counts, and Fountas & Pinnell.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think a caterpillar is like a soft bed?
Can you think of other animals that move slowly like a turtle? Why do you think they move that way?
Why do you think the author compares a snake to a stick? What other objects remind you of a snake?
What other analogies can you create with your favorite animals?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think creatively by asking them to compare their favorite animals with different objects around the house.
Discuss the characteristics of the animals in the analogies. Talk about what makes each animal unique and why the author might have chosen those specific comparisons.
After reading, engage your child in a drawing activity where they can illustrate their own animal analogies using fun and creative comparisons.
Use expressive gestures and voice modulation to mimic the animals while discussing the analogies, making the reading experience more lively and engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding similarities and differences
Explanation: Through the exploration of animal analogies, 'Animalogy' allows children to compare different aspects of animal life, which helps them grasp the concept of similarities and differences.
Real-World Application: This concept can help children in social situations as they learn to recognize and celebrate the differences and similarities among their peers, fostering a sense of empathy and inclusion.
Example Lesson: Building vocabulary and language skills
Explanation: The book presents complex concepts in a simple, engaging way that encourages children to learn new words and phrases related to animals and their characteristics.
Real-World Application: Enhanced language skills can boost children's communication abilities, aiding them in expressing themselves clearly and understanding others effectively, both in academic and social settings.
Example Lesson: Critical thinking and reasoning
Explanation: Children are prompted to think critically as they analyze why certain animals are likened to each other, enhancing their reasoning skills.
Real-World Application: These critical thinking skills can be applied to problem-solving in everyday activities, helping children make informed decisions and understand the world around them better.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for nature and wildlife
Explanation: By portraying various animals and their unique traits, 'Animalogy' encourages a deeper appreciation and curiosity for wildlife and natural settings.
Real-World Application: This appreciation can lead to environmentally conscious behavior, such as recycling, conserving water, or participating in community clean-up days.
Example Lesson: Understanding categorization
Explanation: The analogies in the book teach children how to categorize items based on common properties, a fundamental cognitive development skill.
Real-World Application: Mastering categorization can enhance organizational skills and the ability to sort information effectively, useful in both academic subjects and daily tasks.