Attack of the Snack
#3 of 6 in Rabbit & Bear Series
What’s inside...
Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books. Rabbit and Bear embark on another adventure when a mysterious thing lands in their peaceful summer lake. As they investigate whether it’s a tiny, fluffy owl or a huge, hungry monster, Rabbit and Bear learn valuable lessons about friendship, acceptance, and creative uses for blueberry poop.
Discussion points
Why do you think the characters felt the need to investigate the mysterious snack?
What would you have done if you were in their place?
How did the characters work together to solve the problem?
What did you learn about the importance of sharing and teamwork from this story?
Can you think of a time when you had to cooperate with others to achieve something?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by reading the story together, using expressive voices for different characters to make the story come alive.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next at several points during the story to keep them engaged and thinking critically.
Discuss the feelings and motivations of the characters to enhance emotional understanding and empathy.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. This can lead to a deeper discussion about the story's themes.
Relate the story to real-life events in your child’s experiences to make the book's lessons more tangible and memorable.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: In 'Attack of the Snack,' the characters encounter a surprising situation that requires them to think quickly and work together to find a solution.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of staying calm and thinking creatively when faced with challenges in school or during play.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the story, the characters must collaborate and combine their strengths to overcome obstacles, showcasing the power of working together.
Real-World Application: This lesson emphasizes the value of cooperation and asking for help from peers or adults in tasks that require collective effort, such as group projects or family chores.
Example Lesson: Acceptance of differences
Explanation: The characters in the book each have unique traits and skills that contribute to solving the problem, highlighting the benefits of diversity and inclusion.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to appreciate and embrace individual differences among their friends and classmates, promoting a more inclusive environment.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: As the characters tackle unexpected challenges, they use imaginative and unconventional methods, demonstrating the importance of creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply creative solutions in their own life, be it in crafting projects, imaginative play, or coming up with unique answers to everyday problems.