Little Red Hen: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader
Read It Yourself Series
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In 'Little Red Hen: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader' by Ladybird, young readers follow the hardworking Little Red Hen as she seeks help on the farm. Despite her efforts, her fellow farm friends are reluctant to assist. This book is an excellent tool for young children aged 4 to 6, helping them to develop fundamental reading skills through simple language, vibrant illustrations, and engaging storytelling. It aids in teaching children about teamwork and responsibility, while providing comprehension puzzles and tips to bolster their reading confidence. Each book is checked by educational and subject consultants, making it a reliable choice for early readers progressing from phonics to fluent reading with a variety of stories and topics that cater to diverse interests.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-5
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the Little Red Hen felt when her friends didn't want to help her?
How important is it to share tasks with others?
What would you have done if you were one of the Little Red Hen's friends?
Why do you think it's important to help others?
How do you feel when you work hard on something?
Tip: Role play these questions
As you explore 'Little Red Hen' with your child, focus on the values of teamwork and responsibility. Use expressive read-aloud techniques to highlight emotions and pivotal moments in the story. Encourage your child to relate the situations in the book to their own experiences, fostering deeper connections and understanding. After discussing the key questions, ask your child to imagine a different ending or how they could help the Little Red Hen if they were in the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The Little Red Hen teaches the importance of taking responsibility by demonstrating how she handles every step of making bread, from planting seeds to baking, all by herself.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by taking charge of small, age-appropriate tasks at home, such as tidying up toys or helping set the table, reinforcing the importance of contributing to household chores.
Example Lesson: Hard Work
Explanation: The story exemplifies the value of hard work through the hen’s diligence and effort in completing the bread-making process without assistance.
Real-World Application: Kids learn that diligence and persistence in tasks, like homework or learning a new skill, bring rewarding outcomes.
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: The narrative showcases the lack of cooperation from other characters and the resulting consequences, emphasizing how much easier tasks can be with help.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to collaborate in group activities or team sports, highlighting how teamwork can lead to better and easier completion of tasks.
Example Lesson: Independence
Explanation: The hen's self-sufficiency in handling tasks independently teaches children the power of self-reliance.
Real-World Application: This can manifest in a child’s life through taking initiative in learning or completing school projects independently, fostering a sense of autonomy.