Kicking King Lost in Letterland (Letterland)
Letterland. Series
What’s inside...
Letterland Storybooks is a series of 20 engaging books, each featuring one or more of the Letterland characters. These stories contain strong alliterative elements that help children learn more about their favorite characters. One of the books, Kicking King Lost in Letterland, follows the adventure of the King who has an accident while kayaking, but is eventually rescued by the lifeboat men, thanks to Lucy.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
22 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Kicking King
Discussion points
Why do you think the Kicking King wanted to explore Letterland?
What was the most interesting letter adventure in the book, and why?
How did the characters in the book work together to solve problems?
Can you think of a new adventure for Kicking King? What would it be about?
How do you feel when you learn new letters and words, just like Kicking King?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the characters and adventures to life, enhancing the storytelling experience for your child.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next at various stages in the story to keep them engaged and thinking critically.
Relate the adventures of Kicking King to your child’s experiences with learning letters and words, making the story more relevant and personal.
Encourage creativity by asking your child to draw scenes or characters from the book, or to come up with their own letter-based stories.
After reading, connect the story's themes to everyday life by pointing out letters and words in the environment and discussing their sounds and meanings.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Letter Recognition
Explanation: In 'Kicking King Lost in Letterland,' the character Kicking King helps children navigate through the whimsical world of Letterland, emphasizing the shapes and sounds of different letters.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge in their everyday literacy activities, aiding in reading and writing development.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the story, Kicking King encounters various challenges that require thoughtful solutions, showcasing effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to approach obstacles in their daily life with critical thinking, enhancing their decision-making abilities.
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: Kicking King interacts with other Letterland characters, working together to overcome difficulties which highlights the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of collaborating with others to achieve common goals in school projects or play.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: Despite getting lost in Letterland, Kicking King remains determined to find his way out, demonstrating perseverance in face of adversity.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of perseverance in achieving personal goals, be it in academics, sports, or personal hobbies.