Curious George Discovers the Seasons
#3 of 203 in Curious George New Adventures Series
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What’s inside...
George's friend Chef Pisghetti makes the most delicious vegetable soup! When the chef is running low on fresh vegetables, George wants to lend a hand in the rooftop garden--but he has a lot to learn about greenery. Come along as George discovers all about gardening, plants, what makes them grow, and why they're important. Based on the Emmy-winning PBS show, this story is filled to the brim with additional facts, real photos, experiments, activities, and more. Learning about science has never been so much fun!
Discussion points
What do you think Curious George found most exciting about each season?
How do you think the weather affects the way Curious George and his friends play?
Can you describe a time when you felt as curious as George about something new?
What are some activities you would like to do in each season, inspired by George’s adventures?
How do you think George felt when he learned something new about the seasons?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate their personal experiences with seasonal changes to George’s discoveries in the story.
Use the illustrations in the book to ask your child to point out different seasonal elements and discuss how they change.
Ask your child to imagine their own adventure inspired by a season, just like George, and describe what they would do.
After reading, consider doing a seasonal craft or activity with your child that relates to one of George’s adventures in the book.
Reinforce new vocabulary and concepts by revisiting your child’s favorite parts of the book and discussing them in more detail.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the concept of seasons
Explanation: In 'Curious George Discovers the Seasons,' George explores the different seasons and learns how they change throughout the year.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge by observing and discussing the seasonal changes they see around them, enhancing their observational skills and understanding of nature.
Example Lesson: Importance of curiosity and exploration
Explanation: Through George’s adventures, the story emphasizes the value of being curious and exploring the world around us to learn new things.
Real-World Application: Encouraging children to ask questions and explore their surroundings can foster a love of learning and discovery in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Learning through hands-on experiences
Explanation: George learns about the seasons by directly interacting with his environment, such as jumping into piles of leaves and building snowmen.
Real-World Application: This demonstrates to children the benefits of engaging directly with their environment to enhance their educational experiences. It promotes active participation in learning through practical, hands-on activities.