Big Book of Big Tractors (Big Books of Big Things)
Mighty Big Books Series
What’s inside...
This is a big picture book with giant fold-out pages to satisfy the curiosity of every young tractor enthusiast, providing everything you need to know about tractors large and small, from all around the world. Open the giant fold-out pages to discover some of the biggest and most amazing tractors ever built - from the world's largest tractor to huge harvesting machines and monster polar vehicles.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
17 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes tractors so big and powerful?
How do tractors help farmers in their work?
Can you describe your favorite tractor from the book and tell why you like it?
What would you do if you had a big tractor for a day?
How do you think tractors have changed the way people farm?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts by asking them to draw their favorite tractor from the book.
Connect the dots between the technology shown in the book and the technology used in everyday life to help them relate.
Highlight the importance of tractors in food production, fostering an appreciation for farming.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Sizes and Comparisons
Explanation: Through vibrant illustrations of tractors of various sizes, children can grasp the concept of size differentiation.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this understanding to compare sizes of objects around them, enhancing their cognitive development.
Example Lesson: Learning New Vocabulary
Explanation: The book introduces technical terms related to tractors and farm equipment, enriching a child's vocabulary.
Real-World Application: This lesson enables children to articulate and describe objects in their environment more effectively.
Example Lesson: Appreciating Technology and Innovation
Explanation: The book illustrates the technological advancements in tractors, fostering an appreciation for engineering and innovation.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and be curious about how machines work, potentially sparking interest in STEM fields.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The narrative can show how multiple tractors work together in farms to achieve common goals, symbolizing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to value teamwork in group activities at school or play, promoting social development and cooperation.