Felix Explores Planet Earth: With Six Letters From Felix and a Fold-Out World Map
#1 in Felix der Hase Series
What’s inside...
After floating up into the sky in a balloon that Sophie built, Felix, Sophie's stuffed rabbit, is off on another fantastic voyage and sends back informative letters from all the interesting places he visits. When Felix, Sophie's stuffed rabbit, is sent on an accidental balloon ride, he finds himself exploring the many different environments of the planet, including the North Pole, a tropical island, a desert, and the rain forest.
Discussion points
What places did Felix visit on his travels around Planet Earth, and which one would you like to explore?
How do you think Felix felt when he was in different parts of the world? Can you describe it?
What did you learn about the world from Felix's letters?
If you could send a letter to Felix about your favorite place on Earth, what would you tell him?
How do you think the fold-out world map helps in understanding Felix’s journey better?
Tip: Role play these questions
Utilize the fold-out world map to visually trace Felix’s journey with your child, enhancing their geographical knowledge and spatial thinking.
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about each destination Felix visits, fostering empathy and cultural awareness.
Ask your child to imagine and describe an adventure they would like to have, similar to Felix's, which can spark creativity and personal connection to the story.
Discuss the diverse environments and cultures presented in the book and relate them to real-world locations or communities your child might be familiar with, promoting real-world application of the book’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cultural Awareness
Explanation: Through Felix's travels and letters, children learn about different cultures, traditions, and environments around the world.
Real-World Application: Children can become more open-minded and appreciative of diversity, fostering respect for people from different backgrounds in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Geographical Knowledge
Explanation: The book includes a fold-out world map and visits to various countries, which help children learn the locations of different places and their specific characteristics.
Real-World Application: This helps children to better understand global geography, enhancing their ability to connect stories and current events to specific parts of the world.
Example Lesson: Importance of Communication
Explanation: Felix communicates his experiences and learnings through letters, showing the importance of sharing information and staying connected.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of keeping in touch with distant friends or family members through writing, which can improve their writing skills and emotional expressiveness.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: Felix's adventurous spirit and willingness to explore unfamiliar places encourage children to be curious about the world around them.
Real-World Application: This lesson can motivate children to engage in their own explorations, whether by reading other books, trying new activities, or asking questions about the world.