Frogs in Space: Lilly & Milly Frog, Shog and Piggle in...
#3 of 19 in Red Beetle Children's Picture Books Ages 3-8 Series
What’s inside...
Milly frog is bored and believes there isn't any fun anywhere, so she travels to the moon and Mars but is still bored. It isn't until her friends point out a Martian fun fair right outside her window that she realizes fun is all around her, she just needed to change her perspective. This book is a part of Red Beetle Books, a series designed to teach valuable life lessons through engaging stories. Suitable for children ages 3-8, this rhyming story is filled with fun illustrations and imparts a positive message about discovering joy and fun by shifting one's point of view.
Discussion points
Why do you think Lilly and Milly decided to go on a space adventure?
What do you think Shog and Piggle learned from their trip to space?
How did the characters work together to solve problems during their adventure?
If you could create a new planet for the frogs to visit, what would it be like and why?
How do you think the story would change if you were one of the characters?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the characters to life, altering your voice for different characters to hold your child’s interest.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next at various points in the story to keep them engaged and thinking ahead.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. Discuss why they made those choices.
Connect themes from the book to real-life situations, such as teamwork or facing fears, to deepen the understanding and relevance of the story.
End your reading session by asking your child what they liked best about the book and if there’s anything they would change about the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Lilly, Milly, Shog, and Piggle must work together to navigate the challenges of outer space. Their successful cooperation highlights the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to collaborate with others to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: The characters' adventurous journey to space fosters a sense of curiosity and eagerness to explore the unknown.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to ask questions and explore new subjects in their studies or everyday experiences, promoting a lifelong love of learning.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the story, the characters encounter various obstacles which they must solve creatively.
Real-World Application: Kids are inspired to use critical thinking and creativity to solve problems, whether it's working out a math problem or resolving a conflict with a friend.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: Despite their differences, the characters support and care for each other, showing the importance of friendship.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of building and maintaining friendships, and being supportive and caring individuals in their community.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Faced with the vast and unknown expanse of space, each character learns to overcome their fears.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of facing new challenges bravely, whether it's trying out for a school play or making a new friend.