Bobbo, What Are You Doing? (Bobbo the Bear)
#1 in Bobbo the Bear Series
What’s inside...
This collection of Bobbo stories includes 'Bobbo's Curls,' 'Bobbo and the Forgetful Bear,' and 'Bobbo and the Stolen Little Boy.' In 'Bobbo's Curls,' Bobbo the Bear learns an important lesson about accepting himself after being teased for his curly fur. In 'Bobbo and the Forgetful Bear,' Bobbo and his friend encounter a confused bear in the forest and discover more than they expected. In 'Bobbo and the Stolen Little Boy,' Bobbo and his friends learn about critical thinking and compromise. Each story features Bobbo the Bear, his friends, and his family as he explores the forest and learns about growing up. These stories, originally published in Italian, make excellent before bed read-aloud books and celebrate childhood in diverse forms.
Discussion points
What do you think Bobbo was feeling when he started his adventure?
Why do you think Bobbo decided to help the animals he met?
What would you have done if you were in Bobbo's place during his journey?
How do you think the story would change if Bobbo made different choices?
What did you learn from Bobbo's adventures?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to convey the emotions of Bobbo and other characters, helping your child connect with their feelings.
Pause at key moments in the story to ask your child what they think will happen next, fostering their predictive and critical thinking skills.
After reading, encourage your child to draw a scene from the book. This helps deepen their understanding and appreciation of the story’s themes.
Relate the story to your child’s experiences by asking if they have ever faced a similar situation like Bobbo and how they handled it.
Discuss the importance of helping others, as demonstrated by Bobbo, to instill values of empathy and kindness.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: Bobbo's adventures stem from his inquisitive nature, leading him to explore his surroundings and meet new characters.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be curious about the world around them and engage in exploring new topics and places safely.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Bobbo faces various challenges throughout his journey and must think critically to solve them, demonstrating resilience and resourcefulness.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of tackling obstacles head-on, using creativity and critical thinking in day-to-day problems.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Friendship
Explanation: Through interactions with other characters, Bobbo learns the value of understanding and helping others, which strengthens his relationships.
Real-World Application: Promotes the development of empathy and teaches kids the significance of building and maintaining friendships by being considerate and supportive.
Example Lesson: Learning from Mistakes
Explanation: Bobbo makes mistakes during his adventures but learns important lessons from each of them, which contribute to his growth.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand that mistakes are part of learning and encourages them to embrace failures as opportunities to learn and improve.
Example Lesson: Joy of Discovery
Explanation: Each discovery Bobbo makes brings him joy and excitement, showing the emotional reward of learning and discovering new things.
Real-World Application: Motivates children to seek knowledge and new experiences, illustrating the joy and satisfaction that comes from learning.