Dolphins! (Step into Reading)
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What’s inside...
Illustrated in full color, 'Dolphins!' provides a wealth of information on the sensitive, intelligent, and friendly nature of dolphins. This book is designed to captivate children who have an interest in learning about whales, sharks, and other large aquatic creatures. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Discussion points
What do you think it would be like to swim with dolphins? How do you imagine they communicate with each other?
Why do you think dolphins are often considered friendly and intelligent creatures?
Can you name some ways that dolphins are similar to humans and some ways they are different?
How do you think dolphins help the ocean environment? What could happen if there were no dolphins?
What was your favorite fact about dolphins from the book? Why did it interest you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child to imagine life as a dolphin—discuss the challenges dolphins might face in the wild.
Promote critical thinking by comparing and contrasting the life of dolphins to human life, discussing both social behaviors and environment.
Foster a deeper understanding by exploring how dolphins contribute to the health of marine ecosystems.
Use the book’s illustrations to engage younger children, asking them to describe what they see and how it relates to the story being told.
Encourage your child to share their favorite dolphin fact with a friend or family member, reinforcing their learning and confidence in discussing book content.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The book explores the lives of dolphins, introducing readers to various scientific facts and environmental details about these marine creatures.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to ask questions and seek out information about the natural world, promoting lifelong learning habits.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Respect for Nature
Explanation: Through engaging storytelling, children learn about dolphins' behaviors and interactions, fostering a connection and empathy towards animals and nature.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of respecting all living creatures and the environments in which they live, contributing to environmentally responsible behaviors.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Social Skills
Explanation: The book highlights how dolphins live and work together in pods, showcasing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this understanding by working cooperatively in group settings and valuing each member’s contributions, mirroring the cooperative social structures of dolphins.