Key Words with Peter and Jane Level 3b - We Can Fix It!
Key words with Peter and Jane Series
What’s inside...
In 'We Can Fix It!', Peter and Jane use key words to interact with their environment and solve problems they encounter. Along with familiar characters, they demonstrate how to work together to fix various things, helping young readers to improve their reading proficiency and learn new vocabulary through practical examples. Key Words with Peter and Jane series has been helping generations of children to read. This Level 3 book provides new stories with bold illustrations, introducing over 300 high-frequency key words to help children read 'on sight'. It includes comprehension questions and a downloadable writing activity for each book, supporting independent reading and steady progression from levels 1a to 12c.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
56 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Peter
Jane
Discussion points
What are some ways Peter and Jane helped fix things? Can you think of a time when you fixed something at home?
Why do you think teamwork was important for Peter and Jane in the book?
How did Peter and Jane feel when they managed to fix things? How do you feel when you solve a problem or fix something?
What are some tools that Peter and Jane used? Which tool would you like to use and what would you fix with it?
Can you think of a creative way to fix a common problem around us using the ideas from the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences to the story - this enhances their empathy and relates the book’s concepts to real life.
Ask open-ended questions that require more than a yes or no answer to stimulate your child’s critical thinking and verbal expression.
Praise your child's responses, even if they're unexpected, to build confidence in their ideas and thoughts.
Make connections between the book and your child's daily experiences to reinforce the lessons learned from Peter and Jane.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and collaboration as illustrated in the book, and relate it to family activities where teamwork is essential.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Peter and Jane work together to fix various things, demonstrating how collaboration can solve problems.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working with others to achieve common goals, which can be applied in school projects or family tasks.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The book shows the characters identifying issues and thinking through ways to fix them, promoting critical thinking.
Real-World Application: Kids can use these problem-solving skills to tackle their own challenges, whether it’s a difficult puzzle or a disagreement with a friend.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: By taking initiative to repair broken items, Peter and Jane display a sense of responsibility.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of taking care of their belongings and being proactive in different situations at home or school.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The solutions to the problems often require creative thinking, showing that there are multiple ways to approach a problem.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think outside the box and apply creativity to their daily activities and schoolwork.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite challenges, Peter and Jane keep trying until they succeed, illustrating the importance of persistence.
Real-World Application: Instills the concept of not giving up easily, helping children approach difficult tasks or learning new skills with persistence.