Learn with Peppa Phonics Level 4 Book 15 - Vet Rescue! (Phonics Reader)
Learn With Peppa Series
What’s inside...
In 'Vet Rescue!', part of the 'Learn with Peppa' phonics reading series, Peppa and her friends explore the world of veterinary care by pretending to be vets and treating their stuffed animals. This engaging story not only entertains but educates young readers about the responsibilities of a vet, while enhancing their phonics skills. The series is designed to support early literacy development through decodable stories across five expertly graded levels, with activities, online resources, and guidance from educational experts to ensure an effective learning experience. The Learn with Peppa phonics reading books provide decodable stories to take young readers from first letter sounds to phonics fluency, introducing letters and sounds in the order they are taught at school through 70 phonics readers across five levels. The books include fun activities for extra phonics practice and understanding of the story. Each book has been developed by educational experts, with access to online audio, phonics resources, and additional guidance on the Learn with Peppa website.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-6
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did Peppa learn when she visited the vet? How do you think she felt about helping the animals?
Why is it important for vets to take care of animals? Can you think of ways we can help animals in our community?
How did the phonics help Peppa during her rescue mission? Can you point out some words that Peppa might have found tricky?
What would you do if you were in Peppa’s place at the vet? How would you help the animals?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their ideas and feelings about the story by asking them how they would feel in Peppa's situation.
Discuss the phonics skills covered in the book. Ask your child to find similar sounding words in their environment to reinforce learning.
Link the story to real-life by discussing the role of a vet and how they help animals. Consider a visit to a local vet or animal shelter to enhance learning through experience.
Praise your child’s responses and thoughts to build their confidence in expressing their opinions and ideas.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and caring for others
Explanation: In 'Vet Rescue!', Peppa demonstrates compassion and care as she helps animals in need, showing readers the importance of empathy.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by showing kindness and consideration towards pets and wildlife they encounter, learning to nurture and care for others.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Throughout the story, Peppa faces various challenges that require quick thinking and resourcefulness, such as figuring out how to comfort scared animals.
Real-World Application: Kids can use problem-solving skills learned from the book to navigate their own challenges, whether at school or in social situations, enhancing their critical thinking abilities.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Peppa works together with her friends and family to help the animals, highlighting the value of cooperation and working as a team.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to collaborate with others during group activities or projects at school, promoting effective teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Taking care of animals is a central theme, which teaches children about the responsibilities involved in looking after another living being.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to take on responsibilities at home, such as caring for a pet, helping with chores, or looking after younger siblings.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: As Peppa encounters problems in her rescue efforts, she learns to persevere and not give up, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn to embrace challenges and keep trying even when faced with difficulties, building their confidence and resilience in everyday situations.