Hill Readers Book 9
#9 of 13 in Health and Wellness Workbooks for Kids Series
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What’s inside...
Hill Reader Book 9 (Grade 3) is designed to improve reading skills for third graders by introducing vowel teams (ai, ay, ee, ea) and two-syllable VCCV words (picnic). It features 8 chapters with a total of 48 stories and 284 comprehension questions that help enhance understanding of texts. This book is aligned with the Hill Reading Achievement Program and follows the same phonics sequence, incorporating high frequency words and comprehension questions inspired by the revised Bloom’s Taxonomy. A spiral-bound version is available on Amazon from the store 'Live Free or Die!', which allows the book to lay flat and is easier to handle. Additionally, the Anger Management Workbook for Kids provides 50 playful exercises designed for children aged 6-11 to manage anger and learn healthy expression techniques through activities like doodling, writing, and meditation. This workbook encourages children to handle their emotions effectively and make better choices when feeling angry.
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the story and why?
Can you relate to any of the characters in the book? What similarities or differences do you see?
How did the characters solve the problem in the story? What would you have done differently?
What did you learn from the story that you didn't know before?
How do you think the story would change if it happened in a different place or time?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voice tones and facial expressions while discussing the book to make the conversation lively and engaging.
Encourage your child to express their opinions and feelings about the story, validating their thoughts and connecting them to real-life situations.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child’s responses to dig deeper into their understanding and interpretation of the book’s themes.
Connect the narrative to your child's experiences or current events to make the discussion more relevant and impactful.
After discussing, perhaps draw scenes or characters from the book together, integrating art into your literary conversation.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The book portrays characters who face challenges but continue to strive towards their goals despite setbacks.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of persisting through difficulties, whether it's completing a challenging school project or learning a new skill.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The story illustrates how characters work together to solve problems, highlighting the value of collaboration and mutual support.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to participate in group activities, teach them the effectiveness of working together in team sports or school group projects.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Characters in the book show compassion and understanding towards others' feelings and perspectives.
Real-World Application: Children are prompted to consider others' emotions and viewpoints, which can help them build stronger relationships with friends and family.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Through the narrative, children are shown the consequences of their actions, teaching them to take responsibility for what they do.
Real-World Application: This lesson aids children in understanding their role in their actions, which can be applied in their routine by completing their chores or homework.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The book encourages curiosity and the joy of learning through the exploration of new concepts and ideas presented in the story.
Real-World Application: It motivates children to ask questions and seek knowledge in all areas of their life, fostering lifelong learning and inquisitiveness.