Little Blue Truck 2-Book Gift Set
Little Blue Truck Series
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This gift set from the bestselling Little Blue Truck series includes board book editions of 'Little Blue Truck' and 'Little Blue Truck Leads the Way'. Both books celebrate the themes of friendship and helping others, featuring a small truck named Blue who encounters various adventures. With sturdy pages ideal for babies and toddlers, this set makes a perfect gift for baby showers, birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-3
Length
72 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Little Blue Truck
Dump Truck
Discussion points
What do you think makes the Little Blue Truck a good friend?
How do the animals in the story help each other? Can you think of a time you helped a friend?
What sounds do the different animals make? Can we make those sounds together?
Why do you think it's important to be kind and helpful like the Little Blue Truck?
How did the story make you feel when the truck got stuck? What would you have done if you were there?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading: Change your tone and pitch to match different characters and emotions to make the story come alive.
Encourage mimicking the animal sounds mentioned in the book to make the reading interactive and fun.
Ask your child to guess what might happen next in the story to keep them engaged and thinking ahead.
Discuss the moral of the story. Highlight themes like friendship, helping each other, and kindness after reading.
Relate the story's themes to your child's experiences by discussing real-life instances where they were kind or helped someone.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship and helping others
Explanation: In 'Little Blue Truck', the titular character aids a dump truck stuck in the mud, teaching the value of helping others despite their differences.
Real-World Application: Children learn to assist others in need, fostering a sense of community and cooperation from a young age.
Example Lesson: The power of teamwork
Explanation: The story shows various farm animals working together to help the stuck trucks, highlighting how collaboration can achieve what individuals cannot.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to participate in group activities, understanding that collective effort often leads to success.
Example Lesson: The significance of politeness and friendliness
Explanation: Throughout the book, the Little Blue Truck greets other characters politely, illustrating how friendliness can lead to positive interactions and friendships.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to adopt polite behavior in their daily interactions, promoting harmonious relationships with peers and adults.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of challenges
Explanation: Little Blue Truck faces several challenges but shows determination and resilience, ultimately overcoming obstacles with the help of friends.
Real-World Application: This story teaches children the value of persistence and determination, helping them to face personal challenges with a positive attitude.