Crash! and Bang!: (Red Early Reader)
Red Early Reader Series
What’s inside...
Follow the adventures of two playful siblings as they learn about cause and effect through a series of fun, noisy mishaps.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Crash and Bang felt when they first met each other?
Why do you think sharing was hard for them at first?
How did Crash and Bang solve their problem?
What would you have done if you were in their place?
What did you learn about friendship from this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Allow your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story without interruption, showing that their perspective is valued.
Relate the story to real-life situations that your child might encounter, such as sharing toys with friends or siblings.
Encourage your child to think about the motives behind the characters’ actions, enhancing their empathy and understanding.
Discuss the resolution of the story and its implications, prompting your child to think about how they can apply similar solutions in their interactions.
Praise your child for their insights and ideas, boosting their confidence in expressing themselves.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences of actions
Explanation: Through the characters Crash! and Bang!, children see the results of careless behavior and learn about responsibility.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children think before they act, applying caution and consideration in their daily interactions and activities.
Example Lesson: Importance of cooperation
Explanation: The story demonstrates how working together can solve problems more effectively than working alone.
Real-World Application: Children learn to collaborate with peers in school projects or during play, enhancing their social skills and teamwork abilities.
Example Lesson: Learning from mistakes
Explanation: Crash! and Bang! make mistakes throughout the story, but they learn from them, showing growth and resilience.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to view their own mistakes as opportunities for learning and self-improvement, rather than as failures.