Curious George Dinosaur Tracks (Curious George TV)
Curious George New Adventures 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!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Curious George
The Man With The Yellow Hat
Discussion points
What do you think Curious George felt when he first saw the dinosaur tracks?
Why is it important to learn about dinosaurs, even though they are not around anymore?
How did Curious George solve the mystery of the dinosaur tracks?
If you were Curious George, what would you have done differently upon discovering the tracks?
What did you learn about team work from Curious George and his friends?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, fostering emotional intelligence.
Discuss the scientific aspect of dinosaurs and paleontology to spark curiosity in natural history.
Connect the story's theme to real-life situations by asking your child how they approach solving mysteries or problems.
Create a hands-on activity, such as making dinosaur tracks with Play-Doh or drawing their own dinosaur, to deepen their understanding and engagement.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and exploration
Explanation: Curious George's adventure in discovering dinosaur tracks encourages children to explore and learn about the world around them.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to ask questions, investigate their surroundings, and learn from their natural environment, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of the world.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, George faces challenges related to identifying and understanding dinosaur tracks, which he overcomes through critical thinking and creativity.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of using their cognitive skills to tackle everyday problems, from figuring out puzzles to resolving conflicts with peers.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: George collaborates with other characters in the story to gather information and solve the mystery of the dinosaur tracks.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to work cooperatively in group settings, be it in school projects or during playtime, fostering peer interaction and collective problem-solving skills.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Despite facing setbacks during his quest, George remains determined to find out more about the tracks, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of persistence and staying engaged with their goals despite difficulties, benefiting their long-term personal and academic growth.
Example Lesson: Respect for nature
Explanation: The book highlights the importance of preserving natural sites and the history they hold, like dinosaur tracks.
Real-World Application: This lesson instills in children a respect for the environment and an understanding of the importance of conservation efforts in their communities.