Iorwerth A'r Eliffant
#33 in Gumdrop The Vintage Car Series
on Goodreads (6)
What’s inside...
A colourful picture and story book for children about Llywelyn, Huw and Iorwerth's visit to a zoo and their struggle to help Bambo the Elephant to escape and find a new home. Barmy Bigshott's zoo is a dreadful place with hungry animals cramped in cages. When Bunbo the elephant breaks free, Gumdrop helps teach Barmy a lesson and finds Bunbo a wonderful new home.
Discussion points
How do you think Iorwerth felt when he met the elephant?
What would you do if you encountered an elephant like Iorwerth did?
Can you think of a time when you met someone new? How did that make you feel?
Why is it important to be kind and helpful to new friends?
What do you think is the best part of Iorwerth’s adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the characters and the story, which helps in understanding their emotional development.
Use the book’s illustrations to prompt discussions. Ask your child to describe what they see and how it relates to the story.
Relate the story to your child’s experiences by discussing similar events in their life, enhancing their connection to the story.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next at various points in the story to develop their analytical thinking.
Highlight the morals and lessons from the story to instill values such as kindness and curiosity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: In 'Iorwerth A'r Eliffant', Iorwerth learns to understand the needs and feelings of the elephant, leading to a strong friendship.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to recognize and respect the feelings and needs of their friends and classmates, fostering better interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: Courage and Taking Initiative
Explanation: Iorwerth shows courage by taking the initiative to help the elephant when it is in trouble, demonstrating leadership and bravery.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to take action and help others in need, whether it's assisting a friend or participating in community service.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Iorwerth encounters various challenges that he solves using his wit and resources, showcasing effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to approach their own challenges with creativity and persistence, essential skills for academic and personal success.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: The bond between Iorwerth and the elephant highlights the value of friendship and mutual support.
Real-World Application: This lesson reinforces the importance of building and maintaining friendships, teaching kids the value of being a reliable and supportive friend.