Katie Woo Loves School
#4 of 14 in Katie Series
What’s inside...
Combines four previously published stories, including Moo, Katie Woo!, Make believe class, Katie finds a job, and Who needs glasses, in which Katie and her friends participate in school activities. For Katie Woo, school is one big adventure after another. Her teacher, Miss Winkle, makes every day special. She takes the class on exciting field trips and gives them fun, special projects. Katie and her classmates can't help but love school!
Discussion points
What was Katie Woo's favorite part of her school day? What's yours and why?
Katie made new friends at school. Can you tell me about a time when you made a new friend? What did you do?
How did Katie handle feeling nervous on her first day? What do you do when you feel nervous?
Katie learned many new things at school. What's something new you've learned recently?
What would you do if you were in Katie's shoes during her school play?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use the story's context to relate to your child's personal experiences at school, which can validate their feelings and encourage them to share.
Highlight the feelings Katie experiences and ask your child if they've ever felt the same way, opening up dialogue about managing emotions.
Discuss the importance of making friends and being kind, just like Katie, to teach social skills in a relatable way.
Encourage your child to predict what might happen next in the story to develop their critical thinking and comprehension skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing diversity
Explanation: Katie Woo navigates friendships with classmates who come from diverse backgrounds. She learns to appreciate and celebrate the differences among her peers.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by showing curiosity and respect towards peers from various cultures, helping them develop inclusive behaviors from a young age.
Example Lesson: Importance of perseverance
Explanation: Katie faces challenges in school but continues to tackle them with determination. This portrays the importance of not giving up easily.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to persist through difficulties whether in academics or personal pursuits, fostering a resilient attitude.
Example Lesson: Value of honesty
Explanation: Throughout the book, Katie learns the significance of being truthful through various scenarios, especially when interacting with teachers and classmates.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be instilled in children to always be honest in their daily interactions, building trust and integrity.
Example Lesson: Handling emotions
Explanation: The story shows Katie managing disappointments and excitements, providing a framework for emotional intelligence.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to express their feelings in appropriate ways and handle emotional ups and downs effectively.
Example Lesson: Cooperation and teamwork
Explanation: Katie participates in group activities where she practices teamwork, emphasizing the benefits of working cooperatively.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of collaboration, whether in school projects or during play, enhancing their social and cooperative skills.