Curious George: Dinosaur Tracks/Jorge el curioso huellas de dinosaurio: Bilingual English-Spanish (Curious George TV)
Curious George Series
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What’s inside...
George is taking pictures of wild animals and their tracks for his photo collection. While looking for the fawn his friend Bill spotted, he finds an unusual set of tracks. George thinks he has discovered dinosaur footprints—which would make the perfect addition to his collection! In hopes of getting a photo, he attempts to lure the dinosaur with food, but quickly remembers that some dinosaurs are not friendly. Eventually George discovers the real culprit behind the tracks and it’s not what he expects! Para completar su colección de fotografías, Jorge saca fotos de animales salvajes y de las huellas que dejan. Mientras busca al ciervo que vio su amigo Bill, encuentra unas huellas poco comunes. Jorge cree que ha descubierto huellas de dinosaurio, ¡lo que sería perfecto para su colección! Con la esperanza de obtener una foto, intenta atraer al dinosaurio con comida. Pero enseguida recuerda que los dinosaurios no son muy amigables. Finalmente, Jorge descubre al responsable de esas huellas, ¡pero no es lo que espera!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think made Curious George so interested in dinosaur tracks?
How do you think finding the dinosaur tracks changed the adventure for George?
Why is it important to explore and be curious like George?
What did you learn about dinosaurs and their tracks from this story?
If you could ask George one question about his adventure, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate their own experiences of discovering something new to George's discovery of dinosaur tracks.
Discuss the importance of curiosity and learning, using examples from the book to illustrate how curiosity leads to exciting discoveries.
Ask your child to imagine their own adventure story where they find something as exciting as dinosaur tracks, encouraging creative thinking.
Use the bilingual nature of the book to explore Spanish words together, enhancing both language skills and cultural knowledge.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: Curious George's adventures in discovering dinosaur tracks foster a love for exploration and learning about new things.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to explore their surroundings and seek knowledge in their everyday experiences, enhancing their understanding and curiosity.
Example Lesson: Bilingual Language Skills
Explanation: The book is presented in both English and Spanish, which helps children develop language skills in both languages simultaneously.
Real-World Application: This dual language approach can aid in better cognitive development and can be especially useful in multilingual environments or classrooms.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, George encounters various challenges that require critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think critically and solve problems in their daily activities, whether in academic settings or in personal interactions.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: George's respectful interaction with nature while tracking dinosaur prints teaches children the importance of respecting and preserving natural environments.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of ecological conservation and encourages them to be mindful of their impact on the environment.
Example Lesson: Cultural Awareness
Explanation: By incorporating elements of both English and Spanish cultures, the book promotes an understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this awareness to embrace diverse cultures in their community, fostering inclusivity and respect for differences.