Big Dog and Little Dog (Reader) (Green Light Readers Level 1)
Big Dog And Little Dog Series
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What’s inside...
In this lovable board book series, Dav Pilkey captures the humor of everyday canine behavior. The sweet personalities, lasting friendship, and hilarious antics of Big Dog and Little Dog will enchant little ones and entertain dog lovers of all ages. Meet Big Dog and Little Dog, stars of a new early reader series by Captain Underpants creator Dav Pilkey! With easy vocabulary, repetition, and bold illustrations, this book is sure to give young readers a good base for decoding and comprehension while tickling their funny bones as only Pilkey can.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Big Dog
The Little Dog
Discussion points
What do you think makes Big Dog and Little Dog such good friends?
How do Big Dog and Little Dog help each other in the story?
Can you think of a time when you helped a friend or a friend helped you? What happened?
What do you like best about the adventures Big Dog and Little Dog have?
How do you think Big Dog and Little Dog felt when they got into mischief?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences by asking about times they have interacted with their friends.
Discuss the importance of helping and caring for others, drawing examples from how Big Dog and Little Dog interact in the book.
Highlight the feelings of the characters in different situations to help your child understand emotional expressions and empathy.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next or how the characters could solve a problem, enhancing their problem-solving skills.
Celebrate the humor in the story to make the reading experience enjoyable and memorable, encouraging a love for reading.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Friendship and Sharing
Explanation: In 'Big Dog and Little Dog,' the two canine characters showcase a strong bond and the joy of sharing through their daily activities.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of sharing toys and time with friends, fostering healthy relationships from an early age.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The book presents situations where Big Dog and Little Dog must think creatively to overcome obstacles, demonstrating resilience and teamwork.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply these problem-solving skills at school or in play, figuring out solutions collectively with peers.
Example Lesson: Accepting Differences
Explanation: Despite their size difference, Big Dog and Little Dog are great friends. The story emphasizes that friendship can thrive amidst diversity.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children appreciate and embrace the differences in everyone they meet, promoting inclusiveness.