Fly Guy Presents: Scary Creatures!
Scholastic Reader Level 3 Series
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What’s inside...
Join Buzz and Fly Guy as they learn about some of the creepiest and most amazing animals to ever inhabit the earth! This compilation of Fly Guy Presents titles includes five fantastic books: Sharks, Dinosaurs, Insects, Bats, and Snakes. Award-winning author-illustrator Tedd Arnold brings nonfiction to life for beginning readers in the kid-favorite Fly Guy Presents series. There are humorous illustrations and engaging photographs throughout.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
176 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes some creatures scary, and how did the book change your perspective on them?
Which creature in the book was your favorite and why?
How do you think Fly Guy felt when he learned about each scary creature?
What is something new you learned from the book about one of the creatures?
If you could ask Fly Guy one question about his adventure, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the creatures, validating their fears and helping them see the interesting aspects.
Compare Fly Guy’s reactions in the book to your child’s reactions to new or unknown things, fostering a connection to the character.
After reading, engage in a creative activity like drawing their favorite scary creature from the book and discussing its features.
Use the book as a starting point to explore more about misunderstood or commonly feared animals, enhancing their learning experience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The character, Fly Guy, embarks on exploratory adventures that make learning about scary creatures engaging and fun.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to embrace learning about new and seemingly intimidating topics with curiosity and enthusiasm.
Example Lesson: Understanding Over Fear
Explanation: By presenting factual information about scary creatures, the book helps debunk myths and reduce fear.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to seek understanding and knowledge about unfamiliar things, rather than reacting with fear.
Example Lesson: Respect for All Creatures
Explanation: Fly Guy learns about different creatures and their roles in the ecosystem, highlighting their importance and the need to respect them.
Real-World Application: Instills a respect for wildlife and an appreciation of biodiversity, emphasizing the importance of conservation and empathy towards all living beings.
Example Lesson: Importance of Research
Explanation: The book shows Fly Guy and friends using books and other resources to learn about scary creatures, stressing the importance of doing research.
Real-World Application: Motivates children to utilize books and credible sources to learn and verify information, fostering critical thinking skills.
Example Lesson: Sharing Knowledge
Explanation: Fly Guy shares the knowledge he gains with others, teaching the value of sharing information.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to share exciting knowledge with peers and family, enhancing their communication skills and confidence.