Carson Dellosa The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Classic Children's Book, Guided Reading Level I (Volume 27) (Keepsake Stories)
#27 of 26 in Keepsake Stories Series
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What’s inside...
THE THREE BILLY GOATS GRUFF: Featuring 32 pages of fresh, captivating illustrations, this 8" x 8" story book tells the story of the three goats as they outwit the evil troll lurking under the bridge. This classic tale is retold in both English and Spanish, captivating a child's interest as they take their imagination on a magical journey. The bilingual format is an excellent resource for strengthening reading skills and foreign language comprehension. Family story time provides an opportunity to bond with your child, foster communication, understanding, and a lifelong love for reading. Collect every title from the Keepsake Stories collection to create a perfect library that will enchant readers time and time again.
Character compass
Big Billy Goat Gruff
Little Billy Goat Gruff
Middle Billy Goat Gruff
The Troll
Discussion points
Why do you think the three billy goats wanted to cross the bridge?
How do you feel about the way the troll acted towards the goats?
What would you have done if you were the smallest billy goat?
Can you think of a different way the goats could have solved their problem with the troll?
What does this story teach us about working together and facing challenges?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voice tones to mimic the characters and build excitement.
Ask your child to guess what might happen next to build anticipation.
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences, like a time they faced an obstacle.
After reading, engage your child in a creative activity, like drawing their favorite scene or character from the book.
Praise your child for their thoughts and questions, promoting a positive and open dialogue.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The goats use strategic thinking to cross the bridge without being caught by the troll.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of thinking through problems and coming up with creative solutions, which can be applied in school projects or difficult situations.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The smallest goat shows bravery by crossing the bridge first, despite the potential danger from the troll.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their fears and take on new challenges, whether it's trying out for a sports team or standing up for what is right.
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: The goats work together to outsmart the troll and safely cross the bridge.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of teamwork and how cooperative efforts can overcome obstacles. This can be applied during group activities at school or with siblings at home.
Example Lesson: Resourcefulness
Explanation: The goats use the environment to their advantage, distracting the troll to cross the bridge.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to use available resources creatively to solve problems, inspiring them to think outside the box in everyday tasks and challenges.