Book details
Little Skink's Tail (Arbordale Collection)
Description
While Little Skink hunts yummy ants for breakfast, she is suddenly attacked by a crow! But she has a trick to escape - she snaps off her tail, and it keeps on wiggling! Little Skink is happy to be alive, but she misses her bright blue tail. Readers will enjoy pretending with her, trying on tail after tail. The first is too puffy-fluffy, and another too stinky! Then one day Little Skink gets a big surprise.and she doesn't have to dream of tails anymore. The "For Creative Minds" section has information on tail adaptations and communications and a mix-and-match tail activity.
Age
3-7
Text complexity
developing
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Educational Content: 'Little Skink's Tail' provides valuable lessons about wildlife, adaptation, and the defense mechanisms of animals, making it an excellent educational resource for children to learn about nature and biology in an engaging way.
- Positive Message: The story promotes themes of self-acceptance and resilience as Little Skink learns to cope with the loss of her tail. It encourages children to embrace their unique qualities and to be confident in themselves.
- Engaging Storytelling: Janet Halfmann's storytelling is captivating and keeps young readers interested. The narrative is filled with adventure and imagination as Little Skink imagines herself with different tails, which can spark creativity in children.
- Vibrant Illustrations: The book features colorful and detailed illustrations that bring the story to life. The artwork complements the text and helps to hold the attention of visual learners, making the reading experience more enjoyable and memorable.