Don't Let the Pigeon Finish This Activity Book!
Real Pigeons Series
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What’s inside...
272 pages of fun and games in a super blockbuster activity book starring the Pigeon, Duckling, the Bus Driver, a brand-new character (the Mad Cow) and YOU! From the acclaimed creator of the Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus series comes a whole new level of Pigeon hilarity! Will the Pigeon ever get to finish this activity book? Will he spend his time running away from The Mad Cow? Will Duckling finish it for him? There are pages and pages of highly interactive activities: you can make a pigeon finger puppet, build a paper bus, make your own driver's licence, AND you can even create your OWN Pigeon book starring ... The Pigeon of course! He does love the attention. Follow the Bus Driver's lead as you write, colour, doodle, draw and create! Every page will be perforated, so when you're done, tear out your masterpiece and hang it up (or keep it in one of the handy folders at the front and back of the book)!; Mo Willems, #1
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
272 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Pigeon
Discussion points
What are some fun activities that the pigeon tries in the book? Which one would you like to try?
How does the pigeon feel when he's completing the activities? Can you remember a time when you felt the same way?
Why do you think the pigeon wants to finish the activity book? What would you do if you were the pigeon?
What can we learn from the pigeon's persistence and creativity in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts about the pigeon's efforts and challenges, which can help them relate to their own experiences.
While discussing the book, ask your child to come up with their own creative activity, inspired by one from the book, fostering a hands-on learning experience.
Use different voices or expressions for the pigeon to make the story more engaging and fun, encouraging your child's imagination and attention.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Decision-Making
Explanation: Throughout the activity book, the pigeon faces numerous choices and opportunities to make decisions, which helps children understand the consequences of their choices.
Real-World Application: Children can apply decision-making skills in school or at home by choosing between right and wrong actions, or deciding how to prioritize tasks.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The interactive elements and open-ended activities encourage children to draw, imagine, and create, fostering their artistic and creative skills.
Real-World Application: In everyday life, children can utilize their creativity while solving problems, engaging in play, or expressing themselves through art and storytelling.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The pigeon often encounters scenarios where he has to take responsibility for his actions or tasks, which teaches children the importance of being accountable.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the need to take responsibility for their personal belongings, chores, and actions towards others.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: The pigeon demonstrates persistence by not giving up easily, showcasing the value of perseverance through challenges.
Real-World Application: Children learn to keep trying and not give up when facing difficulties in learning new skills or completing challenging tasks.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: Various activities in the book require the pigeon - and the reader - to solve problems, which enhances critical thinking.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply problem-solving skills in school projects, in interpersonal relationships, and in navigating new situations.