Fourth of July Mice! (Green Light Readers Level 1)
#2 of 53 in Green Light Readers Level 1 Series
What’s inside...
Hooray! It's the Fourth of July, and the parade is ready to start! The Holiday Mice lead the way to a day full of nonstop fun, including a picnic, a baseball game, a sack race, and a splashy-sploshy dip in the stream. The best part comes at the end of the day when fireworks go BOOM! BOOM! BOOM! Level 1 beginners will delight in the wordplay, rhyme, and repetition. Three cheers for the red, white, and blue!
Discussion points
Why do you think the mice were excited about the Fourth of July?
What are some ways the mice celebrated? Can you think of other ways to celebrate a holiday?
How did the mice show teamwork during their celebration?
What is your favorite part of the Fourth of July and why?
If you were one of the mice, what would you have done differently during the celebration?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before beginning, ask your child what they already know about the Fourth of July, then relate the mice’s activities to your family's traditions.
Encourage your child to describe the illustrations, fostering their ability to observe and interpret visual cues.
While discussing teamwork, relate it to instances in family or school environments where working together is beneficial.
After reading, consider planning a small festive activity inspired by the book to make the concepts more tangible.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The story shows the mice working together to organize and enjoy a Fourth of July celebration.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of cooperating with others to achieve common goals, whether in school projects or family activities.
Example Lesson: Independence
Explanation: Despite being part of a group, each mouse also takes on individual tasks to contribute to the celebration.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to develop personal responsibility and take initiative in tasks, both at home and in school.
Example Lesson: Celebrating Diversity
Explanation: The book touches on celebrating a national holiday, which can introduce the concept of different cultures and traditions.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect various cultural celebrations within their own communities and beyond.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: The mice encounter and resolve small challenges during their celebration preparations.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of facing challenges directly and thinking critically to find solutions.
Example Lesson: Joy of Shared Experiences
Explanation: The celebration brings all the mice together, highlighting the joy of shared experiences in strengthening community bonds.
Real-World Application: It teaches children the value of participating in community activities and experiencing joy in collective gatherings.