Betty the Yeti and the First Day of School
Betty the Yeti Series
What’s inside...
Join Betty, a lovable Yeti, as she ventures through her very first day of school. Filled with joy and a bit of nerves, Betty learns about friendship, sharing, and the power of kindness. Written by Antonella Fant, this delightful story is an excellent tool to help children navigate their own feelings about new experiences. 'Betty the Yeti and the First Day of School' is sure to become a cherished read in your child's collection, fostering early literacy skills and emotional development.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Betty the Yeti felt on her first day at school? Can you describe a time you felt that way?
What are some ways Betty made new friends? How might you use those ideas at your school?
Why do you think it's important for Betty to try new things, even if they seem scary at first?
What would you have done if you were in Betty’s shoes during her challenging moments?
How did Betty change from the beginning of the book to the end?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading: Change your tone and pitch as you read about Betty's different emotions to help your child understand her feelings.
Pause to reflect: After significant moments in the story, pause and ask your child how they think Betty felt or what they would have done in that situation.
Relate to personal experiences: Encourage your child to relate scenarios from the book with their personal experiences from school or with friends.
Discuss overcoming fears: Talk about how bravery and trying new things can lead to positive experiences, just like for Betty.
Create a drawing or a story: Invite your child to draw their favorite scene or to create a short story about their own fictional first day in a new place.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Diversity
Explanation: Betty the Yeti, being different from her peers, teaches children the importance of accepting and celebrating differences in others.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by being inclusive and kind to all their peers regardless of differences in appearance, abilities, or backgrounds.
Example Lesson: Courage in Facing New Challenges
Explanation: Betty’s first day at school is filled with challenges which she overcomes with bravery, showing children that it’s okay to be scared but important to try new things.
Real-World Application: Children can remember Betty's bravery when they face new situations like starting a new grade or trying a new sport.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: Throughout the book, Betty makes friends who help her adjust to her new school environment, highlighting the value of supportive relationships.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and nurture friendships, understanding that friends can be a source of support and joy in school and other settings.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Betty encounters various problems during her school day and finds creative solutions to them, encouraging problem-solving skills in young readers.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children approach their own problems with creativity and resilience, rather than feeling overwhelmed.