Master Bun the Bakers' Boy (Happy Families)
Happy Families Series
What’s inside...
Each book in this series introduces the learner-reader to the eccentric adventures of a different family. The series is designed for use at home and in school and has been guided by the Education Adviser, Brian Thompson and written by the award-winning author, Allan Ahlberg.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Master Bun likes most about baking?
How do you think Master Bun feels when he bakes bread for his family?
What would you like to bake if you were a baker like Master Bun?
Why is it important for Master Bun to help his family at the bakery?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone and it made you feel happy?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate to Master Bun by asking them about their own experiences in helping around the house or cooking with family.
Highlight the joy of creation and sharing by discussing how it feels to make and share food with loved ones.
Discuss the value of teamwork and family support illustrated in the book, and relate it to your child's life.
Ask your child to imagine and describe their dream bakery or the kind of treats they would like to make, fostering creativity and personal connection to the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Value of hard work
Explanation: Master Bun learns the intricacies of baking and the effort it takes to create something from scratch, which instills a strong work ethic.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to appreciate the effort behind everyday tasks and learn the importance of contributing actively in their own tasks, whether at home or school.
Example Lesson: Creativity and innovation
Explanation: The protagonist shows creativity in solving problems at the bakery, coming up with new recipes and ideas.
Real-World Application: This inspires children to think outside the box and apply creative thinking to overcome challenges and create new solutions in their daily activities.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: Master Bun works with his family and learns to cooperate with others in the bakery to achieve common goals.
Real-World Application: This underscores the importance of teamwork for children, enabling them to work well with others in school projects and other collaborative endeavors.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of challenges
Explanation: Throughout the story, Master Bun encounters various challenges but learns to deal with them calmly and effectively.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of staying resilient and persistent when faced with difficulties, which is crucial in all aspects of life.
Example Lesson: Pride in one's achievements
Explanation: Master Bun feels a sense of achievement and pride in his baking successes, which boosts his confidence.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of self-appreciation and confidence when they accomplish tasks or learn new skills, fostering a healthy self-esteem.