Gulliver in Lilliput
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What’s inside...
A retelling of a classic adventure from Swift's Gulliver's Travels, featuring colorful illustrations and a simple text, concerns a shipwrecked Englishman's adventures in the land of the six-inch-tall Lilliputians.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Gulliver felt when he first arrived in Lilliput?
What would you do if you were a giant in a land of tiny people?
Why do you think the Lilliputians were afraid of Gulliver?
How did Gulliver help the Lilliputians and how did they help him?
What lessons can we learn about differences and getting along with others from this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child to imagine themselves in Gulliver's or a Lilliputian's shoes.
Discuss the concept of perspective - how something can look different based on size or position.
Highlight the importance of communication and cooperation between Gulliver and the Lilliputians.
Use the story as an opportunity to discuss the virtues of kindness, understanding, and acceptance of others.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respect for diversity
Explanation: In 'Gulliver in Lilliput', Gulliver encounters people vastly different from himself in size and culture, yet he learns to communicate and understand their unique perspectives.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and respect differences in others, whether these differences are in appearance, culture, or opinions, promoting inclusivity in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Resourcefulness
Explanation: Throughout the story, Gulliver uses his wits and available resources to navigate challenges in the Lilliputian world, such as when he deals diplomatically with the tiny citizens or finds innovative ways to help them.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to think creatively to solve problems they encounter in school or in play, using whatever tools they have at their disposal.
Example Lesson: The importance of communication
Explanation: Gulliver's survival and eventual friendship with the Lilliputians is based largely on his ability to effectively communicate, despite initial language barriers and misunderstandings.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of clear communication and how it aids in resolving conflicts and building relationships, useful in group projects and family discussions.
Example Lesson: Courage in facing the unknown
Explanation: Gulliver finds himself in a completely unfamiliar land and must navigate unknown situations and challenges bravely.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to be brave and curious when encountering new experiences or environments, such as trying new activities or making new friends.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Gulliver empathizes with the struggles of the Lilliputians and helps them despite their size differences, showing a deep understanding of their fears and needs.
Real-World Application: It encourages children to be empathetic towards others' feelings and situations, promoting a caring and supportive attitude in school and at home.