Little Lost Puppy (Little Stories)
Little Stories Series
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What’s inside...
After his friend Bunny moves away, Little Puppy often goes to visit. But one morning after a great storm, everything looks different, and Little Puppy loses his way. In a separate story, Stacy experiences a moment of panic when she realizes she has left her puppy in a store for two hours and rushes back to find her.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did you feel when the puppy got lost? What would you have done if you were there?
Why is it important to help others, like how the characters helped the puppy?
What does it mean to be responsible for a pet?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone or a pet in need? How did that make you feel?
What would you do if you found a lost animal?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading the book, ask your child what they think the story will be about based on the cover and title.
Pause at key moments in the story to discuss the characters' feelings and choices.
Encourage your child to express what they might have felt in the puppy’s situation.
Relate the story to real-life experiences by discussing any similar events your child or family has encountered.
After finishing the book, ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite scene, explaining why they chose it.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Compassion and caring
Explanation: In 'Little Lost Puppy,' the story follows the puppy’s journey and how characters show kindness to the lost animal.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of showing kindness and helping others in need, which they can apply by helping classmates, friends, and pets.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The story illustrates the responsibility of pet ownership through the characters’ actions in caring for the puppy.
Real-World Application: Children realize the responsibilities involved in taking care of another living being, encouraging them to take on small tasks at home such as feeding or walking a pet.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The characters in the book encounter various challenges while trying to help the puppy find its home, demonstrating effective problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach challenges with a calm and determined mindset, applying problem-solving skills in their daily activities and conflicts.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The emotional journey of the puppy in the story helps children understand and share the feelings of another.
Real-World Application: This lesson enhances a child’s ability to empathize with peers and understand different perspectives, fostering better interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: The joy of reunion
Explanation: The happy conclusion of the puppy finding its way home teaches children about the joy of reuniting with loved ones.
Real-World Application: Children grasp the importance of family and the happiness of being together, valuing the presence of their own family members and friends.