Hermit Crab: Hello Zoology Reader
#3 of 2 in Hello! Zoology Series
What’s inside...
Foster a love of nature and science with this non-fiction children's reader. Children aged 3-6 will be captivated by engaging full-color images, fun facts, and new zoological vocabulary words featured throughout the book. Learn what hermit crabs are like in the wild and how they can re-grow limbs. This educational book is perfect for young readers in first to second grade, who may need assistance with new vocabulary words, and will encourage a love for zoology and potential hermit crab ownership. You won't regret sharing this lovely book with the budding zoologist in your life!
Discussion points
What do you think life is like for a hermit crab?
How do you feel when you move to a new place, just like the hermit crab finds a new shell?
Can you name some other animals that carry their homes with them?
Why do you think the hermit crab needed a new shell?
What did the hermit crab learn on his adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they know about hermit crabs or their habitat to activate prior knowledge.
While reading, pause at key illustrations and ask your child to describe what they see and how it might relate to the story.
Encourage your child to imagine and discuss what it would be like to be a hermit crab, enhancing empathy and understanding.
After reading, relate the hermit crab’s need for a new shell to your child's own experiences of growth and change.
Use the book’s themes to discuss with your child the importance of adaptability and resilience in the face of new challenges.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: The hermit crab in the story teaches children about adaptability by changing shells as it grows, showcasing its resilience and flexibility in its environment.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to adapt to new situations such as moving to a new school or adjusting to changes at home, understanding that change can lead to positive growth.
Example Lesson: Importance of home
Explanation: The story emphasizes the importance of home for the hermit crab, as it seeks the right shell to protect and comfort itself.
Real-World Application: This can help children appreciate their own home as a safe space and understand the significance of caring for their living environment.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and exploration
Explanation: The hermit crab explores different shells and environments, demonstrating curiosity and a willingness to explore the unknown.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be curious and explore new subjects, hobbies, and places, fostering a sense of adventure and learning.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, the hermit crab encounters various challenges in finding a new shell, which it overcomes through clever thinking and exploration.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to think critically and solve problems they face in school or in their personal lives, using creativity and persistence.