It Takes Two to T'wit T'woo (Bonney Press Series 2)
Bonney Press Series
What’s inside...
Olive the tawny owl is on a quest to find a friend. She calls out 't'wit', hoping for a response of 't'woo' from a potential companion, but no one answers her call. Olive doesn't give up and seeks help from other animals in the hope that with their assistance, the perfect friend might finally hear her.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the owls learned about working together?
How did the different characters in the story help each other?
What would you do if you were in a similar situation as the owls?
Why is teamwork important, and can you think of a time you worked as a team?
Tip: Role play these questions
Begin by sharing a personal story where teamwork helped you achieve a goal. Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story. Relate the story's themes to your child’s daily interactions with friends or family. Praise your child’s insights and contributions to instill confidence and promote further discussion.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: The story showcases two owls learning to work together to solve problems.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by collaborating with peers in school projects or in playing sports.
Example Lesson: Importance of communication
Explanation: Throughout the book, the owls demonstrate effective ways to communicate their thoughts and feelings to each other.
Real-World Application: This will help children understand the value of expressing themselves clearly and listening to others in both familial and social settings.
Example Lesson: Overcoming challenges
Explanation: The owls face several challenges but through determination and creativity, they find solutions.
Real-World Application: Kids will learn to adopt a problem-solving attitude towards obstacles in their academic and personal lives.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: As the owls interact, they learn to understand and respect each other's perspectives.
Real-World Application: This lesson fosters emotional intelligence, enabling children to build healthier relationships with their peers.