Llamas Go Large: A World Cup Story
#2 of 9 in Llama Llama Series
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What’s inside...
Llama United are the football team with a World Cup dream! After their first Cup win, Llama United has gained fame and fortune. However, the England football team is struggling, and with the World Cup approaching, their manager is desperate for a secret weapon to defeat their rivals. Llama managers, Tim and Cairo, offer to loan some of Llama United's top players. But challenges arise as Cairo is distracted by the rival team and the llamas struggle to adapt. Tim faces difficulties as not everyone supports the team with an impossible dream. Llamas Go Large: A World Cup Story, by Scott Allen and illustrated by Sarah Horne, is a hilarious continuation of the Llama United series filled with football fun and comedic llamas.
Discussion points
What do you think motivated the llamas to play in the World Cup?
How did the llamas work together as a team?
What challenges did the llamas face and how did they overcome them?
How do you think the llamas felt when they played in the World Cup?
If you were a llama, what role would you want to play in the team?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to share their thoughts on teamwork and cooperation displayed in the story. Relate the llamas’ experiences to any team activities your child is involved in, and discuss the importance of working together. Highlight the values of perseverance and resilience in overcoming challenges, much like the llamas did. Ask your child how they might feel in similar situations and discuss handling emotions and setbacks positively.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout 'Llamas Go Large: A World Cup Story', the llama characters must work together to succeed in the soccer tournament. Their cooperation is pivotal in overcoming challenges and achieving their goals.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by working collaboratively in group activities at school or in sports, learning that teamwork can lead to achieving great results and building strong friendships.
Example Lesson: Determination and Perseverance
Explanation: The characters in the book face numerous setbacks in their journey to compete in the World Cup, yet they continue to strive and not give up. This demonstrates the importance of determination and perseverance.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the value of persisting through difficulties, whether in completing a challenging homework assignment, mastering a new skill, or resolving conflicts with peers.
Example Lesson: Respecting Differences
Explanation: As the llamas interact with teams from around the world, they encounter and learn to appreciate diverse cultures and abilities, promoting respect and understanding.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to embrace and respect people from different backgrounds and perspectives, fostering a more inclusive environment at school and in their community.
Example Lesson: Handling Success and Failure
Explanation: The llamas experience both victory and loss in the tournament, showing them how to gracefully accept success and cope with failure.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to celebrate their victories modestly and cope healthily with setbacks, which are important emotional regulation skills.
Example Lesson: Importance of Preparation
Explanation: Before attending the World Cup, the llamas prepare extensively, which plays a crucial role in their performance. Preparation enhances their confidence and skills.
Real-World Application: This lesson underscores the importance of preparing for tests, presentations, or any significant events in a child’s life, emphasizing that success often begins with good preparation.