Antelopes
Surviving the Wild Series
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What’s inside...
A look at antelopes, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their permanent horns, behaviors, relationships with humans, and protected status in the world today.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
9-12
Length
48 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think life is like for an antelope on the African savanna?
How do antelopes interact with other animals in their environment?
What can we learn from the way antelopes adapt to their surroundings?
Why do you think teamwork is important for antelopes when facing predators?
How could we help protect the natural habitats of animals like antelopes?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, briefly discuss what your child already knows about antelopes and the savanna ecosystem.
While reading, pause at descriptions of the savanna and ask your child to visualize the setting, enhancing their comprehension and engagement.
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences, such as working together, adapting to new situations, or learning about new environments.
Post-reading, engage in a creative activity such as drawing a scene from the book or creating a mini-savanna habitat project to deepen the connection with the book’s themes.
Use the book as an opportunity to introduce broader topics like wildlife conservation and the importance of biodiversity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: The story showcases a young antelope learning to understand the needs and feelings of other animals in the savannah.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to recognize and respect the emotions of others, fostering empathy in their interactions with friends and family.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: The antelopes in the book often face changes in their environment and learn to adapt to survive and thrive.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by learning to adjust to new situations such as moving to a new school or dealing with changes at home.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, the antelope works with other animals to overcome challenges, illustrating the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to collaborate and work effectively in team settings whether in school projects or during sports.
Example Lesson: Importance of Perseverance
Explanation: The protagonist, despite facing various obstacles, never gives up and continues to strive forward.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the value of persistence in achieving goals and overcoming difficulties in their own lives.