Big Dog and Little Dog Wearing Sweaters (Green Light Readers)
#1 of 53 in Big Dog And Little Dog Series
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What’s inside...
Little Dog has a sweater, but Big Dog wants one too. After searching in the bedroom and making a mess, Big Dog finds the perfect sweater. With the help of Little Dog, he figures out how to put it on. Created by Dav Pilkey, this Green Light Reader book features simple text, graphic illustrations, and humorous elements that highlight the joys of childhood friendships between two dog pals. It also includes a bonus activity section at the back with a word search, story-sequencing activity, a maze, and more to help young children build basic reading skills while having fun.
Discussion points
What do you think Big Dog and Little Dog enjoy most about being friends?
Why do you think it's important to have a friend who is different from you?
How do you think Big Dog feels when he wears his sweater? What about Little Dog?
Can you imagine a new adventure for Big Dog and Little Dog? What would they do?
What lessons can we learn about friendship from Big Dog and Little Dog?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressions and animated voices to depict the characters when reading, making the story more lively and engaging for your child.
Relate the story’s themes to your child’s experiences by discussing their friendships and what they enjoy doing with their friends.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene from the book, then discuss why they chose that particular scene.
After reading, encourage your child to tell the story from the perspective of either Big Dog or Little Dog, fostering their empathy and understanding of different viewpoints.
Discuss the importance of appreciating and celebrating the differences between people, much like Big Dog and Little Dog appreciate each other.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: Big Dog and Little Dog demonstrate a strong bond throughout the story, showcasing how they support and care for each other.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of forming and maintaining friendships, and how to be a supportive friend in their own relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The story highlights moments where Big Dog and Little Dog face small challenges, like dealing with discomfort caused by their sweaters, and work together to find solutions.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of cooperation and working together to solve problems they encounter at home or school.
Example Lesson: Accepting Differences
Explanation: Despite their size differences, Big Dog and Little Dog enjoy each other’s company and embrace their unique qualities.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to appreciate and embrace differences in others, fostering a more inclusive attitude.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: As Big Dog and Little Dog encounter various situations, they adjust and cope with the changes, like wearing new sweaters even if they feel odd at first.
Real-World Application: It can help children understand the importance of being flexible and adapting to new situations such as starting a new school or meeting new people.