Ladybird Class The Seaside Trip: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader
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Embark on an exciting seaside adventure with the 'Ladybird Class The Seaside Trip: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader'. Crafted by Ladybird Books, this engaging tale follows a charming class of youngsters as they explore the fun and wonders of a beach trip. Perfectly suited for beginning readers, this book supports early literacy skills, introduces simple sentence structures, and incorporates basic vocabulary to foster confidence and curiosity in young minds. A delightful read that encourages exploration and learning in a joyful setting. Join Ladybird Class on another imaginative learning adventure! The class find themselves on a beach and meet Clippy Crab in his rock pool home. When the class learn about all the rubbish on the beach, how can they help the seaside creatures? The Seaside Trip is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics. Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading. With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-5
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the seaside trip and why?
How do you think the characters felt when they were at the seaside?
What would you like to do if you visited the seaside?
Can you name some creatures that live in the sea?
How do you think we can help keep beaches clean and safe for everyone?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, use expressive facial gestures and voice modulation to make the storytelling more engaging.
Relate the seaside experiences in the book to any family trips or experiences, enhancing personal connections to the story.
Encourage your child to draw a picture of their ideal seaside adventure inspired by the book, fostering creativity and personal expression.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next after the end of the book to develop their anticipation and reasoning skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Through the story of a class trip to the seaside, children learn about the importance of staying together and following instructions to ensure safety.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to follow rules and guidelines set by parents and teachers to stay safe during school outings or family trips.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: The book encourages children to explore their surroundings and ask questions, illustrating the seaside environment with engaging details.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to be more observant and inquisitive about nature and new environments they encounter in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The group activities at the seaside demonstrate how working together can make tasks easier and more enjoyable.
Real-World Application: Children can practice teamwork by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate and value each other's contributions.