It's Moving Day!
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What’s inside...
Tucked away beneath a big tree on the edge of a field lies a home --- a small burrow --- for many. In every season, a different creature makes its home here and then moves on, making room for the next occupant. After a long winter's sleep, the woodchuck relocates to another burrow, but its former home is not left vacant for long. A cottontail rabbit raises her family there. After the kits have all hopped away, a salamander takes refuge in the same safe place. Through this engaging and informative introduction to woodland animals in their habitats, young readers will delight in learning about natural science as it is integrated into an inviting picture book.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the animals feel about moving to a new home?
What are some ways the animals prepare for their move?
Can you think of a time when you had to move or change something important in your life? How did it make you feel?
Why is it important for the animals to find the right new home?
How do the animals help each other during their moving day?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about moving and changes, relating them to the animals' experiences in the book.
Ask your child to draw their ideal home for one of the animals, discussing what makes it a perfect place for that animal.
Use the book’s illustrations to spark conversations about how different environments suit different needs.
After reading, spend some time together sharing stories about your family’s past moves or significant changes, connecting personal experiences with the book's themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: In 'It’s Moving Day!', various animals react differently to changes during a moving process, demonstrating adaptability.
Real-World Application: Children can understand the importance of flexibility and learn to adapt to changes such as moving homes or transitioning to new schools.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The story shows animals experiencing and expressing different feelings about moving, teaching empathy by considering others' emotions.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this understanding by recognizing and respecting the feelings of classmates or siblings who are undergoing changes.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The animals often work together to solve problems during their move, showcasing the value of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to cooperate with others in group settings like projects or sports.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: As the animals explore their new environments, they display curiosity, which is essential for learning and growth.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore new subjects in school or new hobbies, boosting their cognitive and social skills.