Lily and the Shed: Independent Reading Red 2
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In 'Lily and the Shed: Independent Reading Red 2', Jackie Walter crafts a delightful journey into Lily's curiosity as she explores the mysteries of the old shed in her backyard. This book is specifically tailored to nurture young readers' independence, encouraging them to discover new words and meanings through engaging text and vibrant illustrations. It's a wonderful addition to a child's reading collection, designed to boost literacy skills and instill a love of reading from an early age.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Lily felt when she discovered the shed? Can you describe a time you discovered something new?
What do you think makes the shed special to Lily? What's a special place for you and why?
Why do you think it's important for Lily to have adventures? What adventures would you like to go on?
How do you think the story would change if you were in Lily’s place? What would you do differently?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, relating it to their own experiences to deepen understanding.
Use expressive reading techniques such as changing your tone and volume when reading Lily’s dialogue or describing the shed, to make the story more engaging.
After reading, ask your child to draw their version of the shed or to create a map of an adventure they would like to go on, tying back to the themes in the book.
Discuss the emotions that Lily might have felt during her adventures, linking them to emotions that your child may feel during new experiences or challenges.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Independence
Explanation: Lily embarks on an adventure that requires her to make decisions and solve problems on her own.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of thinking for themselves and making decisions without always relying on adults.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Faced with challenges, Lily must overcome her fears to achieve her goals within the story.
Real-World Application: This demonstrates to children how bravery can help them face and overcome their own challenges in daily life.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Lily takes responsibility for her actions and their outcomes during her adventures.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to take responsibility for their actions and understand the consequences, fostering personal accountability.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Lily encounters various problems that she needs to resolve to move forward.
Real-World Application: This aspect of the story teaches children the value of critical thinking and problem-solving in overcoming obstacles.