Fishin' with Daddy
What’s inside...
If you have ever been on a fishing trip where everything seems to go wrong, then this story is for you! Daddy takes his very excited little girl on a fishing trip, but as the day unfolds, it turns into a hilarious series of unfortunate events. Although the day didn’t go as daddy originally planned, it turned out to be the best day the little girl ever had! Laugh along and enjoy the fishing trip of a lifetime inspired by very true events.
Discussion points
How did the child in the story feel when they were fishing with their daddy? Can you describe a time you felt that way?
What do you think makes spending time with family special, like the child’s fishing adventure?
Why do you think the child was excited to go fishing? What activities are you excited about?
What did the child learn from their daddy during their fishing trip? What have you learned from our family outings?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings and thoughts about the story, relating it to their own experiences with family.
Use descriptive language from the book to spark imagination in your child’s mind, enhancing their connection to the story.
Ask your child to draw a picture of what they think the fishing scene looked like, helping them to visualize and recall details from the story.
Discuss the importance of patience and perseverance, as highlighted in the fishing experience, and relate it to everyday learning opportunities.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The Value of Patience
Explanation: Throughout 'Fishin' with Daddy', the child learns to wait quietly and calmly for the fish to bite. This experience teaches the importance of being patient.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson in real life by managing their expectations and waiting patiently during activities that require time, such as standing in line at school or waiting their turn during games.
Example Lesson: Bonding Through Shared Activities
Explanation: The book depicts a strong bond forming between the father and child as they fish together, highlighting how shared activities can enhance relationships.
Real-World Application: Children can engage in activities with family members, such as cooking or crafting, to strengthen their relationships and create cherished memories.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: In 'Fishin' with Daddy', the father teaches the child how to handle the fish carefully and release it back into the water, instilling a respect for wildlife and natural resources.
Real-World Application: Children can practice respect for nature by being gentle with animals, not littering, and participating in environmental conservation efforts like recycling or planting trees.
Example Lesson: Learning from Mistakes
Explanation: The story shows the child making mistakes, like scaring the fish away, but learning from them, which teaches resilience and the value of learning from errors.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand that mistakes are a part of learning and encourage them to keep trying and improving in their academics and personal endeavors.
Example Lesson: Enjoyment of Simple Pleasures
Explanation: The book illustrates the joy derived from simple activities like fishing, emphasizing that happiness doesn't require complex or expensive things.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to find joy in simple everyday activities and appreciate the small moments, like playing outside or helping with family chores.