Curious George and the Firefighters/Jorge el curioso y los bomberos: Bilingual English-Spanish
Curious George New Adventures Series
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What’s inside...
After creating a mess at the local fire station while taking a tour, George is swept along with the firefighters to the scene of a fire. Although he isn't able to help put out the fire, George brings his own set of special monkey talents to the situation and proves that maybe a fire dog shouldn't be the only animal allowed to come along for the ride. The new English/Spanish edition includes highly readable text and bilingual bonus activities. In the Spanish version, Jorge tags along with firefighters to a fire scene after causing chaos during his visit to the fire station. Despite being unable to assist in extinguishing the fire, Jorge demonstrates his unique monkey abilities, showing that trained dogs are not the only animals that can aid firefighters. This edition includes easy-to-read text and entertaining audio recordings.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think made Curious George so interested in the firefighters?
How do you think the firefighters felt when George was helping them?
What are some ways we can help others in our community like George helped the firefighters?
Why is it important to follow safety rules, like George learned during his adventure?
Can you think of a time when you were curious like George, and what did you learn from that experience?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story by asking them how they would feel in George's situations.
Use the bilingual aspect of the book to discuss the importance of learning new languages and understanding different cultures.
Highlight the themes of curiosity and bravery by discussing real-life examples of community helpers such as firefighters.
After reading, engage in a role-play activity where you and your child can pretend to be George and the firefighters to bring the story to life.
Ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite scene, and describe why they chose that particular moment.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: Throughout the book, Curious George's inquisitive nature leads him on a new adventure at the fire station, showcasing the positive aspects of exploring and learning new things.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to explore new areas of interest and ask questions about the world around them. This can help develop their knowledge and critical thinking skills.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: George learns the importance of working together with the firefighters to keep the community safe, highlighting the value of cooperation.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to collaborate with others, whether it's during group activities at school or while playing team sports, fostering a spirit of teamwork and mutual respect.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The story portrays how the firefighters are responsible for the safety of the community and how George learns to take responsibility for his actions when he accidentally causes a commotion.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking responsibility for their own actions, such as cleaning up their toys or completing homework, which promotes accountability and reliability.
Example Lesson: Bilingual Language Skills
Explanation: The book is written in both English and Spanish, providing an opportunity for children to develop language skills in two languages.
Real-World Application: Children can practice reading and speaking in both English and Spanish, enhancing their communication abilities and cross-cultural understanding.