Beaver's Beware: Level 2 (Bank Street Ready-To-Read)
Bank Street Ready-To-Read Series
What’s inside...
When beavers start building their lodge on a family's diving dock, they cut down trees and make a mess. Can the family get their dock back? See beavers at work and find out, in this fact-based adventure! FROM AMERICA'S MOST TRUSTED NAME IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION More than seventy years of educational research and innovative teaching have given the Bank Street College of Education the reputation as America's most trusted name in early childhood education. Because no two children are exactly alike in their development, we have designed the Bank Street Ready-to-Read series in three levels to accommodate the individual stages of reading readiness of children ages four through eight. - Level 1: GETTING READY TO READ-- (PRE-K to GRADE 1) Books are perfect for reading aloud with children who are getting ready to read or are just beginning to read words or phrases. - Level 2: READING TOGETHER--(GRADES 1 to 3) Books are written especially for children who are on their way to reading independently but who may need help. - Level 3: I CAN READ IT MYSELF--(GRADES 2 to 3) Books are designed for children able to read on their own. They also can be enjoyed as read-alouds.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-7
Length
34 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think the beavers needed to be careful in the story?
What would you do if you were a beaver building a home?
How do the beavers in the story work together to solve their problem?
Can you think of a time when you had to be careful, just like the beavers?
What do you think is the most important lesson the beavers learned?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by asking your child to summarize the story in their own words to enhance comprehension.
Encourage empathy by asking how they felt about the beavers’ challenges and how they managed them.
Relate the story to your child’s experiences by discussing similar situations where teamwork or caution was needed in their own life.
Praise your child’s responses to build confidence and encourage deeper thinking about the story’s themes.
Use expressive questions that require more than a yes or no answer to foster critical thinking and engagement.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Beaver's Beware,' the characters work together to solve problems they face, demonstrating the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or collaborating with siblings at home to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: The story showcases characters encountering obstacles and thinking critically to find solutions, which highlights the importance of problem-solving.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think creatively and seek solutions when facing challenges in schoolwork or personal tasks.
Example Lesson: Respecting Nature
Explanation: The book emphasizes the importance of the natural habitat for the beavers and the impact of human activity, teaching children to respect and protect the environment.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to be more environmentally conscious, understanding the significance of preserving natural habitats in their own communities.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: As the beavers in the story adapt to changes in their environment, children learn the importance of being flexible and adapting to new situations.
Real-World Application: This can help children adjust to changes such as moving to a new school or dealing with alterations in their daily routine.
Example Lesson: Understanding Consequences
Explanation: The narrative helps children see the consequences of actions, particularly in the context of environmental impact.
Real-World Application: This can be applied by encouraging children to think about the outcomes of their actions on their surroundings and on others, fostering a sense of responsibility.