Bizzy Bear Ambulance Rescue
#5 of 9 in Bizzy Bear Series
What’s inside...
Bizzy Bear is working as a paramedic in this interactive board book for toddlers. When an emergency call comes in, help Bizzy Bear speed to the rescue in his ambulance, activate the flashing lights, and assist the injured cyclist. With sliders to move and mechanisms to manipulate, children can engage with the rhyming story and help move it along. Illustrated by Benji Davies, this book is part of a series that encourages engagement with books and builds confidence in reading for toddlers.
Discussion points
How do you think Bizzy Bear felt when he was helping others in the ambulance?
What would you do if you saw someone needing help like in the book?
Why is it important to help others in emergency situations?
Can you think of any other ways we can help people in our community?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading experience lively and engaging.
Pause after reading crucial moments in the book to discuss Bizzy Bear's actions and the consequences of those actions.
Relate the story to real-life situations by discussing times when your child or someone they know helped others.
Encourage your child to imagine themselves as a character in the book and ask them what they would do differently.
Highlight the importance of teamwork and community support as shown in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Helping Others
Explanation: Bizzy Bear is depicted actively helping in an emergency situation by driving an ambulance, which teaches children the importance of helping those in need.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to assist others in simple ways, such as helping a friend with a task or caring for a family member.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The story shows Bizzy Bear working alongside other characters to aid someone in trouble, highlighting the effectiveness of working together.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or collaborating with siblings at home on chores or projects.
Example Lesson: Understanding Emergency Services
Explanation: Through Bizzy Bear’s role in the ambulance, children learn about the functions and importance of emergency services in the community.
Real-World Application: This can help children recognize and respect the roles of medical professionals and emergency responders in real-life scenarios.
Example Lesson: Courage and Quick Thinking
Explanation: Bizzy Bear demonstrates courage and quick decision-making in a crisis, which are crucial traits in emergency situations.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to stay calm and think clearly during unexpected situations, whether at school or in public places.