Digger Pig and the Turnip
What’s inside...
Digger Pig finds the most beautiful turnip in the garden--a turnip that is perfect for making into a pie. But she faces a dilemma when it comes to finding help to make her turnip pie and to eat it. The story unfolds as Digger Pig seeks help from others, raising questions about cooperation and sharing.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think Digger Pig was so determined to pull out the turnip?
How did the other animals help Digger Pig, and what does this tell us about teamwork?
Can you think of a time when you worked with others to solve a problem? How did it feel?
What do you think is the moral of the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the importance of perseverance and teamwork by relating the story to their own experiences.
Ask your child to describe each character and discuss their traits. This will help deepen their understanding of the story and its characters.
Use expressive reading techniques, changing your voice for different characters, to make the story more engaging and entertaining for your child.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene from the book. Discuss what they liked most about it.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Digger Pig and the Turnip,' the animals work together to pull out a giant turnip, showcasing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of cooperating and working with others to achieve common goals, which is crucial in school projects and family tasks.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: The characters in the book keep trying to pull the turnip out despite initial failures, demonstrating perseverance.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of not giving up easily, encouraging them to persist through challenges in learning and personal endeavors.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The animals strategize different methods to pull out the turnip, which displays their problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by thinking of creative solutions to their everyday problems, whether it's resolving conflicts with friends or overcoming obstacles in their studies.