Bunny Vs Monkey
#1 of 14 in Bunny vs Monkey Series
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What’s inside...
A team of scientists sends a mischievous monkey into space, but the flight doesn't go as planned and the monkey crash-lands in a peaceful forest. Believing he's discovered a new world, the monkey declares himself ruler and attempts to banish the other animals, leading to a series of humorous interactions.
Discussion points
What do you think Bunny and Monkey learned about friendship by the end of the story?
How did the characters solve their problems in the book? Can you think of other ways they might have solved them?
Why do you think Monkey was causing trouble? How do you think he felt when Bunny tried to help him?
What was your favorite part of the book and why?
If you could be any character from the book, who would you be and what would you do differently?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the emotions of the characters. Ask them how they would feel in similar situations.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and friendship. Relate these themes to your child’s own experiences with friends or in team settings.
Use the vibrant illustrations in the book to inspire questions about the story’s setting and the characters’ actions.
After reading, encourage your child to draw a scene from the book, focusing on their favorite part. Discuss why they chose this scene and what it means to them.
Create a fun activity by asking your child to imagine a new adventure for Bunny and Monkey. Discuss together what problems they might encounter and how they would solve them.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout 'Bunny Vs Monkey', characters like Bunny and his friends often collaborate to address problems created by Monkey and his antics.
Real-World Application: Children learn that working together and supporting each other can solve complex problems, enhancing their cooperative skills in school or during play.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences of actions
Explanation: Monkey’s disruptive schemes often lead to trouble or chaos in the forest, showing that actions have consequences.
Real-World Application: This helps children grasp the concept that their actions affect others, teaching them to consider the outcomes before acting.
Example Lesson: Creativity in problem-solving
Explanation: Bunny often has to think outside the box to counter Monkey’s plans, using inventive and non-violent strategies.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use creativity to overcome obstacles, promoting innovative thinking in real-life challenges.
Example Lesson: Respect for nature and environment
Explanation: The forest setting in 'Bunny Vs Monkey' is a backdrop for many of the adventures, subtly teaching the importance of the natural world.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of environmental conservation and are encouraged to protect and respect nature.
Example Lesson: Learning from mistakes
Explanation: Monkey, despite his mischief, often faces the repercussions of his actions, which serves as a lesson in accountability.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the importance of admitting mistakes and learning from them to improve and avoid repeating them in the future.