What’s inside...
Biff, Chip and Kipper Stories: Decode and Develop More A are new titles in the Oxford Reading Tree series that continue to engage children with humorous and dramatic storylines set in familiar environments. These stories feature beloved characters along with new friends and help children transition from decodable readers like Floppy's Phonics to a broader, richer reading experience with advanced vocabulary. The books include inside cover notes to aid reading development, which is further supported by resources available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk. Each Mixed Pack contains one of each Level 2 title, while the Class Pack includes six of each Level 2 title.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think caused the hiccups in the story, and how did the characters try to solve it?
How did the character feel when they had hiccups? Have you ever felt the same way?
What would you have done differently if you were in the story to help stop the hiccups?
Can you think of other funny or unusual solutions to stop hiccups?
How do you think the story would change if the hiccups never stopped?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use an empathetic tone to discuss the character’s feelings about having hiccups, relating it to times when your child has felt frustration or annoyance.
Encourage your child to think creatively by asking them to come up with their own quirky remedies for hiccups.
After reading the book, have a light-hearted 'hiccup contest' to see who can come up with the silliest way to cure hiccups, enhancing the fun and engagement with the book’s theme.
Connect the story to real-life by discussing a time when your child or another family member had hiccups, and what you did to get rid of them.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: In 'Hiccups', the protagonist faces the challenge of persistent hiccups. Despite various setbacks, they continue to try different remedies until they find the one that works.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of not giving up when faced with difficult situations, encouraging them to keep trying until they succeed, whether it's solving a puzzle or learning a new skill.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The story demonstrates a step-by-step approach to dealing with an unexpected problem, encouraging the character to think creatively and try numerous solutions.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to think critically and explore multiple solutions in everyday challenges, such as figuring out how to fix a broken toy or resolving a dispute with a friend.
Example Lesson: Asking for Help
Explanation: When the character's efforts to cure their hiccups fail, they seek help from friends and family, showing that it's okay to ask for assistance.
Real-World Application: Children are taught the value of seeking help from others when needed. This equips them to reach out for support in real-world situations, like asking for help with homework or when they are unsure how to complete a task.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Friends and family show concern and jump in to help the protagonist, which illustrates the importance of being empathetic and supportive.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to be considerate and supportive towards others who are facing difficulties, encouraging a more empathetic approach to peers and family members in their lives.