First Experiences with Biff, Chip and Kipper: Kipper's First Pet
#5 in Biff, Chip and Kipper storybooks Series
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Introduce your child to new situations through these entertaining and sensitively written stories, which are perfect for reading together. Each story is packed with facts and humour to familiarise your child with what to expect from a first experience e.g. what will happen, who they will meet and new things they might see. First Experiences with Biff, Chip & Kipper have been carefully created to help parents explore the wider world with their child, talk about shared feelings and emotions, and build vocabulary through the fun activities included in every book. Each book also includes practical tips and ideas for you to use when reading together. Biff, Chip & Kipper are characters from the Oxford Reading Tree series, which is used in 80% of primary schools. This story has been written by Roderick Hunt, author of the original Oxford Reading Tree stories, and Annemarie Young; superb storytellers with over 50 years of educational experience between them. Alex Brychta's humorous and detailed illustrations bring the stories alive and are known to and loved by millions of young readers all over the world. This series is linked to Read with Biff, Chip & Kipper -the UK's best-selling home reading series, and is supported by free advice for parents at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.
Discussion points
How do you think Kipper felt when he got his first pet?
What responsibilities do you think come with having a pet, like Kipper experienced?
If you could choose any pet, what would you choose and why?
How can we show kindness and care to animals, like Kipper does with his pet?
What do you think is the most important lesson Kipper learned from having his first pet?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to empathize with Kipper by asking them how they would feel in similar situations.
Discuss the responsibilities of pet ownership to help your child understand the commitment and care involved.
Invite your child to imagine having their own pet and what type of pet they would like, fostering creativity and preference.
Highlight the importance of kindness and care towards animals to instill a sense of empathy and responsibility in your child.
Ask your child to summarize the key lessons from the book to reinforce understanding and retention of its themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Kipper learns about the responsibilities involved in taking care of a pet, such as feeding, grooming, and providing affection.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this understanding by taking on small responsibilities at home, like helping to care for a family pet or keeping their room tidy.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Through the story, Kipper develops empathy by understanding how his pet feels and what it needs.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children relate better to the feelings and needs of others, promoting kindness and understanding in their interactions.
Example Lesson: The value of companionship
Explanation: Kipper experiences the joy and companionship that pets provide, highlighting the emotional benefits of having pets.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of companionship and can seek to build strong bonds with their friends and family members.
Example Lesson: The consequences of actions
Explanation: The story shows how Kipper's actions directly affect the well-being of his pet, emphasizing that our actions have consequences.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to think about how their actions affect those around them, leading to more thoughtful behavior.