Five Little Ducks Squishy Countdown Book
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What’s inside...
This charming book is a playful take on the classic nursery rhyme 'Five Little Ducks'. It features a squishy, tactile component that encourages interaction as young readers count down with the ducks on their adventures. Count down from five to one as squishy ducks disappear in this board book based on Super Simple's video of the classic song 'Five Little Ducks.'
Age
1-3
Length
12 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Mother Duck
Five Little Ducks
Discussion points
What do you think the little ducks are feeling when they wander off? How would you feel?
Can you imagine where the ducks might have gone? What adventures could they be having?
Why do you think the mother duck keeps counting her ducks? What is important about counting?
How do you think the story would change if there were more or fewer ducks?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts on the ducks' adventures, fostering creativity and empathy by discussing feelings and scenarios.
While reading, pause to ask your child to predict what might happen next, enhancing their anticipatory and critical thinking skills.
Use the book’s repetitive and rhythmic counting to engage your child in interactive learning. Ask them to count along with you, reinforcing their numerical skills.
Discuss the importance of staying together and teamwork as demonstrated by the duck family, linking it to everyday situations your child might encounter.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Counting and Numerical Skills
Explanation: As the story progresses with the countdown of the ducks, children practice counting backwards, enhancing their understanding of numbers.
Real-World Application: This skill can be applied in everyday situations such as counting down days to an event, understanding quantities while shopping, or managing simple tasks.
Example Lesson: Importance of Responsibility
Explanation: The mother duck's relentless search for her missing ducks teaches children about taking care of others and being responsible for those we care about.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this sense of responsibility to taking care of their own belongings, pets, or even their siblings in their daily routines.
Example Lesson: Effect of Actions on Others
Explanation: The sadness of the mother duck when her ducks go missing, and her joy when they return, help children understand how their actions affect others emotionally.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children to consider the impact of their actions on their friends and family, promoting empathy and thoughtful interactions.
Example Lesson: Resilience and Perseverance
Explanation: The mother duck's determination in searching for her ducks demonstrates perseverance in the face of challenges.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to persist in their endeavors, be it completing a difficult homework assignment or mastering a new skill in sports or arts.
Example Lesson: Understanding Sequence and Order
Explanation: The sequential narrative of ducks disappearing and reappearing helps children understand order and predict outcomes based on previous events.
Real-World Application: This can help in planning activities, understanding steps in a process, and organizing their day effectively.