Lions
#3 in Big Cats Series
on Goodreads (8)
What’s inside...
This title will introduce young readers to lions, one of the fiercest cats on Earth. It includes bolded glossary terms and a More Facts section to help children gather basic information about lions through easy-to-read, simple text alongside beautiful full-colour photographs. The book is aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards, making it an educational resource as well. Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO, is the publisher.
Discussion points
What do you think makes lions different from other animals we've read about?
How do you think the lion family in the book shows love and support to each other?
If you were a lion for a day, what would you do?
Why do you think teamwork is important for lions?
How do you think the story would change if it was set in a different environment?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine being part of the lion’s family, discussing what role they might play.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene from the book. This can help them express their understanding and feelings about the story.
Relate the lions’ behaviors to real-life scenarios that involve teamwork or family, helping your child draw parallels between the story and their own experiences.
After reading, spend some time learning more about lions together online or in other books, enhancing the context of your discussions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: In 'Lions', young cubs face various challenges in their journey, learning to brave unfamiliar situations and stand up for themselves.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by facing their fears, whether it's trying a new activity or standing up to a bully at school.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The lion cubs work together to solve problems, highlighting the importance of collaboration and mutual support.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the value of cooperating with others, whether during group projects in school or while playing team sports.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The cubs are tasked with specific roles within their pride, teaching them about the responsibilities everyone must uphold for communal harmony.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of fulfilling their duties, be it doing their homework, performing household chores, or caring for a pet.
Example Lesson: Respect for nature
Explanation: The story instills a respect for the natural world as the cubs learn to live in harmony with their environment.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to care for the environment by engaging in activities like recycling, conserving water, or participating in local clean-up days.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Throughout their adventures, the lion cubs face numerous setbacks but learn to persevere and not give up.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of persistence in overcoming obstacles, whether in academics, sports, or personal goals.