Eggs and Lemons: Red Squirrel Phonics Level 3
#3 in Red Squirrel Phonics Series
What’s inside...
Follow the adventures of two curious creatures, a red squirrel and a yellow bird, as they explore their world and learn important life lessons with the help of magical eggs and lemons. Red Squirrel Phonics is a series of decodable readers that teaches children phonics skills in a systematic way. Through engaging stories, children practice phonics by reading texts that make sense, ensuring success from the very first book. In this Level 3 book, Pop and Nat collect eggs and lemons for Nan, leading to a humorous mix-up.
Discussion points
What do you think the red squirrel will do next with the eggs and lemons?
How do you think the eggs and lemons are important to the story?
Can you imagine a different ending to the story? What would it be?
Which character in the book would you like to be friends with and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices and facial expressions to bring the story and characters to life during reading.
Pause at key moments in the story to ask your child what they think might happen next, helping them to engage actively with the plot.
After reading, relate the story to your child’s daily experiences, asking if they have come across similar situations or characters in real life.
Encourage your child to draw a scene from the book or to act out their favorite part, reinforcing their comprehension and memory of the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: The characters in 'Eggs and Lemons: Red Squirrel Phonics Level 3' work together to solve problems, demonstrating the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn to collaborate with others, whether in school projects or in play, enhancing their social skills and ability to work in a team.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters encounter challenges that require them to think critically and devise solutions, promoting problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to approach obstacles in their own lives creatively, improving their ability to navigate difficulties independently.
Example Lesson: The Value of Perseverance
Explanation: The storyline highlights characters who persist despite setbacks, teaching children the importance of perseverance.
Real-World Application: Kids are motivated to continue striving towards their goals, even when faced with failure or difficulty, fostering resilience.