Curious George Goes to a Bookstore
Curious George Series
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What’s inside...
George's favorite author is doing a signing at the new bookstore in town. Waiting in line is hard when you're as curious as our little monkey, especially when surrounded by so many great books! Children will love his silly antics as George explores the wonderful world that is the local bookstore. With art in the style of H. A. Rey, this latest monkey tale is for book lovers, lovers of George, and especially lovers of curiosity! Includes a storytelling activity and a reading log for kids to keep track of their reading!
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 did Curious George find most interesting about the bookstore?
Why do you think George was curious about the books?
How do you think the story would change if George chose a different book?
What can we learn from George's adventure in the bookstore?
How did the people in the bookstore react to George's curiosity?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate to George’s curiosity by asking them about their own experiences in bookstores or libraries.
Discuss the importance of exploring new things and learning from them, just like George does in the bookstore.
Use the book as a gateway to introduce your child to various genres of books that are available in a bookstore.
After reading the book, plan a family trip to a local bookstore to further enrich the experiential learning.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: In 'Curious George Goes to a Bookstore', George's innate curiosity leads him to explore the bookstore, sparking an adventure and discovery of new interests.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to explore and learn about new environments and subjects, sparking their curiosity and expanding their knowledge base.
Example Lesson: The Importance of Reading
Explanation: George’s visit to the bookstore highlights the joy and variety found in books, inspiring a love of reading.
Real-World Application: Children can be motivated to read more, either independently or with family, fostering improved literacy skills and a lifelong love for reading.
Example Lesson: Handling Unforeseen Situations Responsibly
Explanation: Throughout the story, George encounters various unexpected scenarios, learning to navigate them responsibly with the help of others.
Real-World Application: This can teach children how to respond to unplanned events or challenges in their daily lives in a responsible and calm manner.
Example Lesson: Respect for Property
Explanation: George learns about respecting the bookstore property, understanding that different settings require different behaviors.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to respect their surroundings and understand the importance of behaving appropriately in different social environments.