Freddy the Frog: A Push, Pull, Slide Book
Campbell Axel Scheffler Series
What’s inside...
Freddy the Frog is a whimsical interactive book for young children that utilizes push, pull, and slide mechanisms to bring the story to life. As children engage with the book, they follow the adventures of Freddy the Frog and his friends in the pond. Little ones can join in the fun with Freddy the Frog by pulling out the sliders, pushing up the tabs and making lots of noise down at the pond! Follow Freddy as he squelches in slime, races his friends, and croaks all the day long! Children will love playing with this bright and colorful board book with gentle rhyming text, from the award-winning illustrator of The Gruffalo, Axel Scheffler. Discover more animal adventures from Axel Scheffler: Pip the Puppy, On the Farm, and In the Jungle.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
1-3
Length
10 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Freddy the Frog enjoys most about his adventures?
How do you feel when you help someone, like Freddy helps his friends?
What would you do if you were in Freddy's place during his journey?
Can you think of a time when you felt brave like Freddy?
Who are your friends that remind you of characters from the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts by asking them how they relate to Freddy's feelings and actions.
Use expressive reading to bring the story to life, altering your voice for different characters to keep your child engaged.
Prompt your child to predict what might happen next in the story, enhancing their problem-solving skills.
Discuss the illustrations and ask your child to describe what they see, fostering their observation and verbal skills.
Relate the themes of the book to real-life situations your child might encounter to help them connect with the story more deeply.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cause and Effect
Explanation: As children interact with the push, pull, and slide mechanisms, they see direct outcomes of their actions within the story, such as Freddy jumping or hiding.
Real-World Application: Children learn to understand that their actions have consequences, helping them to be more mindful and responsible in everyday situations.
Example Lesson: Fine Motor Skills Development
Explanation: Manipulating the book's interactive elements aids in developing hand-eye coordination and dexterity.
Real-World Application: These skills translate to better ability in tasks such as writing, tying shoelaces, or playing musical instruments.
Example Lesson: Exploring Emotions
Explanation: Freddy the Frog experiences various feelings throughout the book which are vividly depicted, helping children understand different emotions.
Real-World Application: Children can relate these scenarios to their own feelings, enhancing emotional intelligence and empathy towards others.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The story presents Freddy with challenges that he must overcome, encouraging readers to think critically.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to approach their own challenges thoughtfully, developing resilience and creative problem-solving skills.