Key Words with Peter and Jane Level 6b - Sun, Sea and Sand
Key words with Peter and Jane Series
What’s inside...
In this Level 6 installment of the Peter and Jane series, young readers join the siblings on a seaside holiday adventure. The book is designed to help children develop their reading abilities through exposure to over 300 high-frequency key words that they can practice reading 'on sight.' The story combines fun at the beach with educational elements, including bold illustrations, comprehension questions, and a downloadable writing activity. As children progress through the Key Words with Peter and Jane series from Levels 1a to 12c, they develop word-recognition and phonics skills, growing in both confidence and reading ability to become fluent, independent readers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
56 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of Peter and Jane's beach adventure, and why?
How do you think Peter and Jane felt when they discovered the seashell? Have you ever found something exciting?
What would you do if you were at the beach like Peter and Jane? Would you explore like them or do something different?
Can you think of any other creatures or objects you might see at the beach?
What do you think Peter and Jane will do next with their beach discoveries?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe different beach scenes from the book and relate them to any beach experiences you've shared together.
Ask your child to guess what happens next at various points in the story to foster imagination and predictive skills.
Discuss the feelings and reactions of Peter and Jane in different scenarios to help build empathy and comprehension.
Use the book’s illustrations to help your child name and recognize different sea creatures and beach objects.
Relate the book's themes to everyday experiences by planning a family beach day or crafting sea creatures from art materials.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Through the shared experiences of Peter and Jane, the book showcases how working together can solve problems and make activities more enjoyable.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson in school during group projects or at home when collaborating with siblings during playtime.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: The book encourages children to explore and learn about different seaside environments, promoting curiosity about nature and the world around them.
Real-World Application: Kids can channel this curiosity into learning more about their local environment, perhaps by exploring nearby parks, beaches or participating in nature scavenger hunts.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: In their beach adventures, Peter and Jane learn about the importance of keeping beaches clean and protecting aquatic life, teaching them respect for the environment.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by engaging in activities such as recycling, cleaning up litter, and learning more about environmental conservation in their communities.
Example Lesson: Importance of Safety
Explanation: The story highlights safety measures while being near water bodies, stressing the importance of adhering to safety rules to prevent accidents.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied to observing safety guidelines in various settings, whether near water, at the playground, or when navigating traffic.