Eskimos
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What’s inside...
Introduces the natural environment, history, culture, and day-to-day life of the Eskimos.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-2
Length
48 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you learn about the Eskimo way of life and how does it differ from ours?
How did the characters in the book solve problems using the resources available to them?
What qualities do you admire in the main characters and why?
How do you think the environment shapes the lifestyle of the Eskimos?
If you could spend a day with the characters, what activities would you like to do together?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to compare their daily routine with those depicted in the book, fostering a deeper understanding and connection.
Ask your child to describe their favorite illustration from the book and discuss what it tells them about the culture and environment of the Eskimos.
To deepen the connection with the book’s themes, explore similar situations where your child needed to use available resources to solve a problem.
After reading, engage in an activity related to the book, such as building an igloo from cotton balls or sugar cubes, to make the cultural experience more tangible.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respect for different cultures
Explanation: The book 'Eskimos' provides an insight into the unique lifestyle and traditions of the Eskimo community, highlighting their resourcefulness and resilience.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and respect cultural diversities they encounter in their community or school, fostering a more inclusive attitude.
Example Lesson: Importance of cooperation
Explanation: The characters in 'Eskimos' often work together to solve problems and survive in harsh conditions, showing the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to collaborate with others, whether during group projects at school or in team sports, reinforcing the value of collective effort.
Example Lesson: Adaptability to environments
Explanation: The book shows how the Eskimo people adapt to their extreme cold environment creatively using available resources.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to adjust to new or challenging situations in their own lives, understanding that flexibility and resourcefulness are key to overcoming difficulties.
Example Lesson: Value of storytelling
Explanation: Traditional Eskimo tales and folklore are woven through the narrative, illustrating how stories can preserve culture and instill moral values.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to explore their own family stories or cultural heritage and appreciate the oral tradition as a way of learning and sharing.