Dog on a Broomstick
#1 of 6 in Corgi Pups Series
What’s inside...
This is a beginner reader tale about a witch who advertises for a new cat—and employs a dog instead. He can't scratch, but he can dig big holes. He can't hiss and spit, but he can growl, dribble, and cover everything in muddy paw prints. The countdown has started for the Grand Spell Contest and the Witch's cat has run off to be a cat-food tester! Then the Dog appears on her doorstep. Will the witch let the dog help her at the Grand Spell contest? And, most importantly, can they both fit on her broomstick?
Discussion points
How do you think the dog felt when he first discovered the broomstick?
What would you do if you found a magical broomstick like in the story?
Why is it important to help friends, like the characters in the book?
Can you think of a time when you were brave like the dog?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voice tones while discussing the magical aspects to ignite your child's imagination.
Relate the dog's experiences to your child's personal experiences to make the story more relatable.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene. This can help them articulate thoughts about the story as they explain the drawing.
Praise your child's responses to nurture confidence in expressing their thoughts and opinions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: The protagonist, a nervous dog named Bixby, must overcome his fear of flying to save his friends. Throughout the journey, he learns to brave the unknown.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to tackle new challenges and face their fears, whether it's trying out for a sports team, speaking in front of a class, or learning to swim.
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: Bixby teams up with other magical creatures to solve problems they encounter. This shows how collaboration can lead to success.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to value teamwork and cooperation in group activities at school or with friends.
Example Lesson: Creativity and resourcefulness
Explanation: As Bixby and his friends encounter obstacles, they use creative thinking and resourcefulness to navigate through them.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply creative thinking in their daily problem solving, whether it's resolving a dispute with a sibling or coming up with a project for a science fair.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Bixby learns to understand and empathize with the fears and needs of his friends, which strengthens their bonds.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children appreciate the perspectives of others and fosters a nurturing environment of support.