Little Days Out: At the Pool
Little days out Series
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What’s inside...
Enjoy a fun day out at the pool in this bright and colourful lift-the-flap children's board book. Perfect for reading aloud and developing early word recognition. Collect all the books in the Little Days Out series.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
14 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the pool adventure and why?
How do you think the characters felt when they jumped into the pool?
What would you do if you were at the pool with these characters?
Can you think of a time when you were scared to try something new like some characters in the book?
How did the characters help each other have fun at the pool?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive facial expressions and voice modulation while reading to mimic the characters' emotions and actions. This makes the story livelier and more engaging.
After reading a section, pause and ask your child how they think a character feels, supporting them to understand and express different emotions.
Relate the pool experiences in the book to your child’s real-life experiences to help them connect with the story.
Encourage your child to imagine their own 'day out at the pool' and describe what activities they would choose to do.
Discuss the importance of being brave and trying new things, just like the characters in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of friendship
Explanation: The book highlights the joy of spending time with friends during a pool day, showcasing cooperation and sharing between the characters.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and nurture relationships through positive interactions, such as sharing their pool toys and helping each other in swimming activities.
Example Lesson: Learning safety rules
Explanation: Through the story, characters follow pool safety rules which teaches children the importance of being cautious and listening to lifeguards or adults.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to apply safety rules they learn from the book during actual pool visits or in any similar environment to prevent accidents.
Example Lesson: Overcoming fear
Explanation: A character in the book overcomes fear of water with support from friends, illustrating the significance of facing and overcoming personal fears.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to face their own fears, whether it's trying out swimming or any new activities, knowing that it's okay to ask for help.
Example Lesson: Importance of physical activities
Explanation: The characters’ engagement in swimming highlights the benefits of physical activities and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Real-World Application: The story encourages children to participate in physical activities, promoting their physical health and teaching them the fun aspect of staying active.