Book details
Franklin's Spaceship (Franklin and Friends)
Description
Franklin the turtle and all of his friends are playing spaceship in their tree fort. Well, almost all of his friends. Where's Snail? He's down on the ground, playing his harmonica. "Our spaceship is about to take off. Climb aboard!" Franklin tells Snail. But Snail doesn't want to play spaceship, he wants to play his harmonica. "You can do that later," Franklin answers him, and so Snail agrees to join his friends. But even after blasting off into space, dodging meteors and landing on Planet Glorp, Snail isn't having any fun in the spaceship. He would still rather play his harmonica. Can Franklin and Snail find a way to play together so that everyone has fun? Often, young children are confronted with disagreements over choosing a game to play, which can lead to a child being left out of playtime. Here, as in all the Franklin books, the characters find a solution, and all the friends are able to contribute to the game, making them each feel like a part of the group. This title would stir lively discussions among youngsters as a tie-in to character education lessons on adaptability, fairness or inclusiveness. Based on the beloved 3D-animated television series Franklin and Friends, it would be a popular read-aloud choice for preschool or kindergarten storytime.
Age
3-7
Text complexity
developing
Length
24 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Educational Content: 'Franklin's Spaceship' introduces young readers to basic concepts of space, science, and technology, encouraging an early interest in STEM subjects.
- Positive Messages: The book promotes important values such as teamwork, problem-solving, and the power of imagination, which are essential for children's personal development.
- Engaging Story: Harry Endrulat crafts a captivating narrative that keeps children engaged, making reading a fun and enjoyable activity.
- Beloved Characters: Featuring the well-known and cherished character Franklin the Turtle and his friends, the book provides a familiar and comforting environment for young readers to explore new ideas.