I Want to be
Letterland. Series
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What’s inside...
In 'I Want to Be', young readers explore the world of Letterland characters as they ponder their future careers. Dippy Duck contemplates becoming a doctor or a dancer, while Poor Peter considers being a postman or a pirate. This engaging book encourages children to think of alliterative careers while learning letter sounds. Part of Reading At Home Stage 1, it features simple repetitive text and vibrant illustrations to make reading enjoyable and educational.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think about the different jobs you learned about in the book? Which one would you like to try and why?
How do you think the characters in the book feel about their jobs? Can you describe what makes them happy or excited?
What are some important qualities that the characters showed in doing their jobs? How can you show those qualities in things you do?
If you created a job, what would it be called and what would it involve doing?
How do the jobs in the book help other people or the community?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, briefly discuss with your child what they already know about different jobs. This helps frame the book in a personal context.
While reading, pause on pages featuring different jobs and ask your child open-ended questions about what they observe and think.
After reading, encourage your child to draw or act out their favorite job from the book. This makes the learning active and memorable.
Use real-world examples to connect the jobs in the book to those in your community, explaining how various roles help us daily.
Revisit the book periodically to deepen understanding and encourage your child to explore new interests sparked by the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding aspirations
Explanation: The book depicts various professions, helping children understand different career paths.
Real-World Application: Children can start to identify their interests and think about what they might want to be when they grow up.
Example Lesson: Valuing diverse roles in society
Explanation: Each character in the story plays a unique role, emphasizing the importance of various jobs in society.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to appreciate different types of work and the contributions of others in their community.
Example Lesson: Boosting self-confidence
Explanation: The characters in the book are portrayed succeeding in their chosen careers, which can boost children’s confidence in their abilities.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to pursue activities they enjoy and excel at, developing confidence along the way.
Example Lesson: Encouraging curiosity and learning
Explanation: The book explores a range of professions, sparking curiosity about how different jobs function.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to ask questions and learn more about various occupations, enhancing their knowledge and understanding.