Dolphin
Abbeville animals Series
What’s inside...
When the cries of a female dolphin in distress wake a young male dolphin from his dreams, he discovers that she is caught in coral and being menaced by a white shark. With the team effort of the other dolphins, a blue whale, and a school of hungry parrot-fish, the female is rescued! Leaving the furious shark, the dolphins celebrate her escape.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-4
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think the dolphin in the story wanted to help other sea creatures?
What qualities make the dolphin a good friend?
How did the dolphin's actions make a difference in its community?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone like the dolphin did?
What would you do if you were in the dolphin's place in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child what they liked most about the story to make them feel comfortable and open for discussion. Highlight specific scenes from the book to discuss the themes of friendship and teamwork. Encourage your child to relate personal experiences to the dolphin’s story, fostering empathy and understanding. Use expressive reading and voices for different characters to make the reading experience engaging and lively. After discussing, suggest drawing a picture of their favorite part, which can help younger children express their thoughts and feelings visually.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of collaboration
Explanation: In 'Dolphin', the characters work together to solve problems and navigate through their underwater world, demonstrating the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate the value of working with others to achieve common goals, whether in school projects or in playing sports.
Example Lesson: Respect for the environment
Explanation: The story emphasizes the beauty of the ocean and the responsibility the characters feel to protect it, portraying environmental stewardship.
Real-World Application: It promotes consciousness in children about caring for their surroundings and understanding the impact of their actions on nature.
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: The protagonist faces various challenges and learns to overcome fears, symbolizing bravery.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to confront their own fears and reassures them that it’s okay to be scared while encouraging them to try new things.
Example Lesson: Empathy towards others
Explanation: Characters in the book show kindness and understanding towards each other’s feelings, teaching empathy.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children to develop the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, aiding their social interactions and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Importance of curiosity and learning
Explanation: The curious nature of the dolphin leads to various adventures and learning opportunities, highlighting the joy of learning.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to seek knowledge and explore the world around them, fostering a lifelong love for learning.