Fiona Saves the Day: Level 1 (I Can Read! / A Fiona the Hippo Book)
I Can Read Level 1 Series
What’s inside...
Join your favorite hippo, Fiona, the adorable internet sensation from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, as she and her animal friends attempt to help their friend Mango the little blue penguin who's stuck on a ledge. Get ready to let out a snort, wiggle your ears, and say, 'I've got this!' alongside the cute and courageous Fiona the hippo. Beginning readers will enjoy learning more about Fiona and her friends in this adventure-filled Level One I Can Read book. Fiona Saves the Day is an endearing animal book that's a perfect gift from parents and grandparents. It's an easy-to-read inspirational story of friendship and courage, created by New York Times bestselling artist Richard Cowdrey.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Fiona felt when she decided to help her friends?
What are some ways Fiona showed her bravery?
If you were in Fiona's place, what would you have done differently?
Why is it important to help others?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone like Fiona did?
Tip: Role play these questions
Utilize pauses after each question to give your child time to think and express their thoughts.
Show genuine interest in their responses to encourage them to elaborate on their thoughts.
Relate the scenarios in the book to real-life examples that your child might encounter, to make the discussion more relevant.
Praise your child's responses to boost their confidence in expressing their views and opinions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Fiona the Hippo faces various challenges throughout the book but comes up with creative solutions to overcome them.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to tackle obstacles in their own lives, understanding that there are multiple ways to solve a problem.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Despite facing fears, Fiona bravely steps up to save the day, demonstrating determination and bravery.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be brave in difficult situations and to not shy away from challenges.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Fiona works together with her friends to solve problems, showing the value of collaborative efforts.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working together with others to achieve common goals and improve interpersonal skills.
Example Lesson: Helpfulness
Explanation: Fiona is always ready to help her friends, showcasing her selflessness and empathy.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to be considerate and helpful towards others, fostering a sense of community and empathy.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Regardless of the setbacks, Fiona does not give up. Her resilience ultimately leads to her success.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to keep trying despite failures and to view challenges as opportunities to grow.