Happy Hooves: 1: Ta Dah!
#1 in Happy Hooves Series
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What’s inside...
Donkey has a dream about a trip to the beach. He calls to his friends and they begin their journey to the sea and the sand. But how will they cross the terrifying cattle grid that lays ahead? The first in a series about the exciting and funny adventures of five hoofed friends who use the power of teamwork and friendship to overcome challenges.
Discussion points
What do you think made each animal feel happy in the story?
How do you think Cow felt when she solved the problem?
What would you do if you were in Cow's place?
Why is it important to help friends?
How do you feel when you help someone?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading experience more lively and engaging.
Ask your child to guess what might happen next in the story before turning the page to encourage predictive skills.
Relate the characters' experiences to your child’s own experiences, asking them how they have felt in similar situations.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. Discuss why they chose that particular part.
Practice key lessons from the book, like teamwork or kindness, through small, everyday activities to reinforce these values.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: The story showcases a group of farm animals working together to solve a problem, highlighting the importance of friendship.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value and rely on their friends when facing challenges, fostering cooperative and supportive relationships from a young age.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The animals use imaginative ways to try and fix a problem, demonstrating the power of creative thinking.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think outside the box and use their imagination to solve problems in everyday situations.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite several setbacks, the characters continue to try different solutions, teaching resilience and determination.
Real-World Application: Kids are inspired to keep trying and not give up easily when faced with difficulties, whether it's at school or in personal endeavors.
Example Lesson: Helpfulness
Explanation: The animals each contribute in their own way to help solve the group's problem, emphasizing the importance of being helpful.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of helping others, encouraging them to be more helpful and cooperative in their community and at home.
Example Lesson: Joy of Accomplishment
Explanation: When the animals finally solve their problem, they celebrate their success, showcasing the joy of accomplishment.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to appreciate and celebrate their own achievements and those of others, boosting their confidence and self-esteem.