Mibo: The Jungle Crew
Mibo Series
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What’s inside...
Teach your children about the animals of the rainforest with this fun and educational book that is part of a new series alongside two other titles: Savannah and Polar Regions. Five animals are explored through rhyme, pictures and pull-out 2D figures to construct into 3D: monkey, crocodile, tree frog, parrot and toucan. With two spreads dedicated to each animal, adults will be able to read the short playful rhyme on each spread to children and look at the bright illustrations to teach them about the animal and its environment. Children will then be able to pop out the paper animals from the perforated pages contained in a pocket in the back of the book and create 3D figures by simple folding and a few dabs of glue. The inside of the dust jacket is printed full color with a representation of the animals' environment in a style identical to the illustrations within the book. Children have the option of using this as a backdrop and there are also accessories to make and add to the scene.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think each animal's role is in the jungle?
How do you think the elephant felt when it met new friends?
What would you do if you were exploring the jungle like the animals in the story?
Why is teamwork important in the jungle crew?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage children to relate their personal experiences with themes in the story, such as friendship and adventure.
Ask open-ended questions that prompt children to think deeply about the story and characters.
While discussing, make connections between the book’s themes and real-life situations to enhance understanding and empathy.
Praise children for their insights and encourage them to explore more ideas around the story’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: The characters in 'The Jungle Crew' work together to solve problems and help each other out. Each animal uses their unique skills to contribute to the group.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by working together with their peers on group projects or during play, learning that cooperation can lead to successful outcomes.
Example Lesson: Valuing Diversity
Explanation: The story showcases a variety of animals with different strengths and abilities, teaching children that diversity is something to be celebrated.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to appreciate the differences among people in their community and understand that everyone has something special to contribute.
Example Lesson: Importance of Environmental Conservation
Explanation: As the story unfolds in a jungle setting, it highlights the need to protect natural habitats and the animals that live within them.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to engage in activities that help the environment, such as recycling, conserving water, or planting trees, reinforcing the book's message about conservation.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The animals in the book are curious about their surroundings and eager to explore, demonstrating the joy of learning and discovery.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to be curious about their own world, ask questions, and actively seek new knowledge and experiences.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, the jungle crew encounters various challenges and learns to think critically to solve them.
Real-World Application: This lesson can prepare children to face their own challenges with a problem-solving mindset, whether at school or in their personal lives.