Hop on Pop
#4 of 60 in Beginner Books Series
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What’s inside...
Join Dr. Seuss for a fun and engaging reading experience with this classic rhyming picture book, perfect for both reading alone or reading aloud with Dad. Featuring short, simple words and whimsical rhymes, this book will entertain kids on every page while encouraging them to read on their own. Ideal for practicing readers ages 3-7, this unjacketed hardcover from the Beginner Books series, originally created by Dr. Seuss, is smaller than the classic large format Seuss picture books and is perfect for on-the-go reading. Full of short, simple words and silly rhymes, this book is perfect for reading alone or reading aloud with Dad! The rollicking rhythm will keep kids entertained on every page, and it's an especially good way to show Pop some love on Father's Day! This charming book introduces young children to words that rhyme, such as Hop and Pop, Cup and Pup, Mouse and House, Tall and Small. And once they have learned to recognize one word, children soon find to their delight they can read another simply by changing the first letter. Originally created by Dr. Seuss himself, Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read. These unjacketed hardcover early readers encourage children to read all on their own, using simple words and illustrations. Smaller than the classic large format Seuss picture books like The Lorax and Oh, The Places You'll Go!, these portable packages are perfect for readers ages 3-7, and lucky parents too! With his unique combination of hilarious stories, wacky pictures, and riotous rhymes, Dr. Seuss has been delighting young children and helping them learn to read for over fifty years. Creator of the wonderfully anarchic 'Cat in the Hat', and ranked among the world's top children's authors, Dr. Seuss is a global best-seller, with nearly half a billion books sold worldwide.
Discussion points
What do you think happens when you hop on Pop? How do you think Pop feels?
Can you find words that rhyme with 'Pat' or 'Cap' in the book? What other words do you know that rhyme with these?
Why do you think the characters in the book are acting silly? How does it make you feel when you act silly?
What was your favorite part of the story and why?
If you could create your own silly rule like 'no stepping on cats', what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use an enthusiastic and animated tone while reading to match the playful nature of the text and illustrations.
Pause after reading rhyming pairs to allow your child to guess the rhyming word, enhancing their phonemic awareness.
Discuss the illustrations, focusing on recognizing patterns and details that add to the story's humor and thematic elements.
Encourage your child to act out parts of the book physically. For example, hopping like the characters or pretending to sleep like the 'sleepers' in the book.
Ask your child to think of alternative scenarios or endings, boosting their creative thinking and engagement with the text.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respect for others
Explanation: In 'Hop on Pop,' some scenes show characters being careful not to hop on their father, teaching respect and consideration for others' comfort and boundaries.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of being considerate and respectful towards family members and others, preventing them from engaging in behaviors that could cause discomfort or harm.
Example Lesson: Building basic language skills
Explanation: The book uses simple, repetitive rhymes that help children recognize and predict textual patterns, aiding in early literacy.
Real-World Application: This helps children develop reading skills that are fundamental for academic success, encouraging early reading habits.
Example Lesson: Understanding opposites
Explanation: Dr. Seuss introduces concepts of opposites through engaging and humorous examples, making it easier for children to grasp the differences.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge in everyday situations to better understand and describe the world around them, enhancing cognitive development.