Little Puppy: (Finger Puppet Book)
Little Finger Puppet Board Books Series
What’s inside...
Little Puppy: Finger Puppet Book by Chronicle Books is an interactive board book designed for young children. It features a permanently attached plush finger puppet of a little puppy that pops through die-cut holes on each page. As readers turn the pages, they can wiggle the puppet to bring the story to life. The narrative follows the playful little puppy as it goes about its day, engaging in various activities that are familiar to toddlers. The book encourages interaction, play, and hand-eye coordination while also fostering a love for reading through its simple, rhyming text and colorful illustrations. Have lots of playful puppet fun as Little Puppy has lost his spotty ball and needs help finding it. Join Little Puppy as he searches the garden, and meets lots of animal friends, in this fun puppet book.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
10 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the little puppy likes to do all day?
How do you feel when the little puppy meets new friends?
Can you imagine what the little puppy might dream about at night?
Why do you think the little puppy feels happy at the end of the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the story more engaging.
Ask your child to predict what will happen next, encouraging them to think ahead.
Relate the puppy’s experiences to your child's own experiences with pets or animals.
After reading, ask your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: In the story, the Little Puppy interacts gently with friends, showing care and kindness.
Real-World Application: Children learn to understand and share the feelings of others, aiding their social interactions at school or playgrounds.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The narrative follows the puppy as it learns to take care of itself and its belongings.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to take care of their personal space and belongings, fostering a sense of responsibility from a young age.
Example Lesson: Curiosity
Explanation: The Little Puppy explores the world around it with eagerness, engaging with various elements in its environment.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to explore and learn about their surroundings, enhancing their cognitive development and knowledge acquisition.
Example Lesson: Playfulness
Explanation: Through the playful actions of the Puppy, the book celebrates joy and fun.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to engage in play, which is crucial for physical and emotional development.