I'm a Tiger too (Single Titles)
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What’s inside...
A boy tries to play imaginative games with a cat, a dog, and a fish, but he does not find a cooperative playmate until he meets another boy. When a little boy alone, with no one to play with, finds himself in the garden, his imagination soon carries him away to a wonderful place. Friends can be found in all sorts of places, if your imagination is big enough-- in the yard, under the tree, by the pond. But as this handsome picture book shows, sometimes the best friend of all turns up when you least expect it.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the main character felt when they pretended to be a tiger?
What are some ways you like to pretend and be creative like the tiger in the story?
What would you do if you met someone else who also wanted to be a tiger?
How do you think the story would change if you were one of the characters?
Why is it important to use our imagination sometimes?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive facial expressions and voices for different characters to make the reading experience lively and engaging.
Encourage your child to imagine and describe their own version of being an animal from the book.
Discuss the importance of creativity and imagination, relating them to everyday scenarios your child encounters.
After reading, engage in a pretend play session where you both choose characters from the book to act out scenes or create new adventures.
Connect the themes of the book to real-life situations to help your child understand the relevance of the story to their own experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Self-identity and affirmation
Explanation: Through the journey of the main character who believes he is a tiger, the story explores themes of self-identity and the importance of believing in oneself.
Real-World Application: Children learn to embrace their unique qualities and stand firm in their beliefs, even when others might not understand or accept them immediately.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: As other characters interact with the protagonist, they exhibit varying reactions, some accepting and others not. This teaches the value of empathy.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand the importance of being considerate and empathetic towards others’ feelings and perspectives, promoting inclusiveness.
Example Lesson: Courage to express oneself
Explanation: The protagonist shows courage by expressing and sticking to his unique belief of being a tiger, despite differing opinions from peers.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to voice their thoughts and opinions confidently, aiding in the development of their communication skills and self-esteem.