Fly Like a Fish/Short-Order Showdown (SpongeBob SquarePants) (Super Coloring Time)
SpongeBob SquarePants Series
What’s inside...
Two great SpongeBob stories in one book! In the first retelling of a popular episode, kids will find out if SpongeBob can learn to fly, then they can flip the book over for more seafaring silliness. In the second story SpongeBob and Squidward compete to see who will be Employee of the Month.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
64 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think SpongeBob felt during his showdown in the diner? How would you feel in a similar situation?
If you could create your own special dish like SpongeBob, what ingredients would you use and why?
How do SpongeBob and his friends show teamwork during their adventures? Can you think of a time when you worked well with others?
What lesson do you think SpongeBob learned from his experiences in the book? What did you learn from it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine their own kitchen showdown scenario, enhancing their creativity and connection to the story.
Discuss the importance of empathy by asking how they would feel in SpongeBob’s situations, promoting emotional intelligence.
Highlight teamwork by drawing parallels between SpongeBob’s adventures with friends and the child’s experiences of working in groups.
Focus on the moral or lesson of the story to reinforce values and encourage deeper understanding of the narrative.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Fly Like a Fish/Short-Order Showdown,' SpongeBob and his friends work together to solve problems and achieve their goals, demonstrating the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to work cooperatively with others to accomplish shared objectives.
Example Lesson: Creative Problem Solving
Explanation: SpongeBob uses his imagination to navigate challenges creatively throughout the book, providing a model for innovative thinking.
Real-World Application: Kids can use creative problem solving when they encounter obstacles, thinking outside the box to find solutions in their daily lives, such as in puzzles or difficult homework.
Example Lesson: Embracing Differences
Explanation: The diverse characters in the book, with their unique traits and talents, teach the importance of accepting and valuing everyone's differences.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to appreciate the diversity among their peers, promoting inclusivity and understanding in their interactions.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: SpongeBob and his friends take responsibility for their actions and the tasks they are given, showing the significance of being accountable.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to take responsibility for their personal belongings, chores, and actions towards others, fostering a sense of duty and reliability.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite setbacks, SpongeBob remains determined and keeps trying, illustrating the importance of perseverance in achieving goals.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to stay persistent in their efforts, whether it be in learning a new skill, completing a school project, or pursuing their interests.