Grasshopper
Creepy crawly world Series
What’s inside...
An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of grasshoppers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-10
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the grasshopper learned at the end of the story?
How do you think the grasshopper felt when he met new friends?
Why is it important to have different types of friends, like the grasshopper did?
What would you do if you were in the grasshopper's place at various points in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the grasshopper's journey, emphasizing empathy and understanding of the character's experiences.
Discuss the concept of friendship and diversity, relating it to your child’s everyday interactions with peers.
Use the grasshopper’s adventures to highlight lessons about resilience and adaptability, asking your child how they might use such qualities in their own life.
Prompt your child to think critically by asking what they might have done differently if faced with similar situations as the grasshopper.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The story showcases the grasshopper's continuous effort to hop higher and reach his goals, despite obstacles and challenges.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of persistence and effort in achieving goals, which can be applied in school tasks or learning new skills.
Example Lesson: The value of patience
Explanation: Throughout the book, the grasshopper learns to wait patiently for the right moment to make his moves, which finally leads to success.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the significance of patience in everyday activities such as waiting their turn or mastering a new task.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of failure
Explanation: When the grasshopper fails to achieve his target on the first try, he doesn’t give up but keeps trying, showing resilience.
Real-World Application: Kids understand that setbacks are part of life and that resilience is key to overcoming them, whether in academics, sports, or relationships.
Example Lesson: Importance of self-belief
Explanation: The grasshopper’s journey highlights how believing in oneself can lead to overcoming doubts and achieving seemingly difficult goals.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to believe in their capabilities, which can help boost their confidence and self-esteem in various aspects of life.