Little Jack Thomson's Magnificent Brain: Storybook Walk Edition
#3 of 8 in Super Storybook Walks Series
What’s inside...
The Storybook Walk edition of 'Little Jack Thomson's Magnificent Brain' is tailored to provide an immersive and interactive storybook walk experience. It includes perfectly aligned illustrations and numbered pages for easy organization, along with activity prompts to engage readers. The narrative chronicles Jack Thomson, a young boy with unrecognized intelligence, as he learns about historical figures who overcame learning disabilities. Authored by Kelley Donner, the edition also provides additional online resources such as a coloring book, lesson plans, and storybook walk ideas.
Discussion points
What do you think Jack felt when he solved the puzzles during his Storybook Walk?
Can you imagine a different ending to Jack's adventure? What would it be like?
Why do you think working together helped Jack and his friends?
How do you think using his brain in different ways helped Jack throughout his journey?
What would you do if you were in Jack’s shoes at the beginning of the Storybook Walk?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage children to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, ensuring that they have enough time to articulate their views. Follow up on their responses with why and how questions to deepen the conversation. Relate Jack's challenges and adventures to your child’s everyday life to make the story more relatable and to enhance their understanding and empathy. Praise their responses to foster a positive association with reading and discussion. Share personal experiences or similar stories to further engage and connect with your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Discovery
Explanation: Little Jack Thomson embarks on an adventure that highlights the importance of curiosity. His interactions reflect the joy and learning that stem from exploring new things.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to ask questions and explore their surroundings, fostering a lifelong love for learning.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Jack faces various challenges that he must overcome using his wit and the resources around him.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to think critically and creatively when faced with obstacles, which is crucial for their cognitive development.
Example Lesson: Value of Friendship
Explanation: Jack encounters friends along his journey who help him navigate through tough situations. This illustrates how cooperation and support are vital.
Real-World Application: Imparts the importance of building and maintaining relationships, and how teamwork can help solve problems.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite the setbacks Jack experiences, he remains determined to complete his adventure, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to stay determined and keep striving towards their goals despite difficulties.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The storybook walk setting allows Jack to interact with the environment in a respectful and engaging way, showcasing the beauty of the natural world.
Real-World Application: Promotes environmental awareness and teaches children the importance of respecting and preserving nature.