Curious George: A Home for Honeybees (Curious George TV)
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In this springtime adventure based on the Emmy Award-winning PBS TV show, George and Steve find themselves in a sticky situation when they accidentally eat all of Betsy's delicious honeycomb for her Earth Day presentation about bees. Now they need to find a way to replace the honeycomb before Betsy gets back from dance class. They head to an Earth Day fair in the park, where they learn all about bees, beehives, and how bees make honey. All they need to do is make their own beehive and they'll have plenty of homemade honeycomb! But will they be able to attract enough bees in time for Betsy's presentation? Includes two activities that reinforce the concepts in the story. For more monkey fun, check out www.curiousgeorge.com and discover all the latest books, promotions, games, activities, and more!
Character compass
Curious George
The Man With The Yellow Hat
Discussion points
What do you think made Curious George curious about the honeybees?
How did the characters work together to solve a problem?
Why is it important to take care of bees and their habitats?
How do you think the bees felt when they found a new home?
What would you do if you found a bee in our garden?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the story and characters to life, which can lead to a deeper connection with the book.
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story and ask what they would do in similar situations.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and collaboration as demonstrated by the characters in the story.
After reading, consider exploring more about bees and their role in our ecosystem to extend the learning experience.
Use follow-up questions to let your child express their feelings and thoughts about the story’s outcomes and moral lessons.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: Curious George and his friends work together to create a new home for the honeybees. Their collaborative efforts demonstrate how teamwork leads to success.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or helping out in team tasks at home, learning that cooperation can lead to beneficial outcomes.
Example Lesson: Caring for the Environment
Explanation: The story emphasizes the significance of bees in the ecosystem and the importance of taking care of their habitats. This is shown through George’s dedication to finding a safe place for the bees.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to explore nature, plant flowers, or even set up small bee-friendly zones in gardens, fostering a sense of responsibility towards environmental conservation.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, George faces challenges in helping the bees. His creative solutions to these problems showcase effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to think creatively when faced with difficulties, using their imagination and reasoning to find solutions in their daily challenges.
Example Lesson: Learning from Mistakes
Explanation: George’s curiosity leads to mistakes, but he learns from them and continues his efforts to help. This resilience and willingness to learn from errors are pivotal in the story.
Real-World Application: Children can understand that mistakes are a part of learning and that persistence is key to overcoming obstacles. This encourages them to keep trying new things and learning.