Milo and His Rubbish Roar: A Children's rhyming picture book perfect for bedtime reading
What’s inside...
Milo and His Rubbish Roar is a charming children's picture book that tells the story of Milo, a young lion who is self-conscious about his less-than-impressive roar. Written in delightful rhyme, this book follows Milo's journey as he learns to embrace his unique voice with the help of his friends in the animal kingdom. Through colorful illustrations and engaging text, children are taught important lessons about self-acceptance, confidence, and the value of being different. Perfect for bedtime reading, this book aims to entertain and inspire young readers, encouraging them to find and appreciate their own special talents. Milo is a cute and friendly monster, desperate to win the Annual Monster Roar Contest. The only problem is that his roar isn’t very good, some might say it’s rubbish! Anyway, how can you win a contest that you haven’t even entered? Well, with the help of a sleeping dog, a spiky rail, a wasp’s nest and a rusty nail, anything is possible!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
28 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Milo felt when his roar didn't sound the way he wanted?
What did Milo learn about himself by the end of the story?
Can you think of a time when something didn't go as you planned, and how you handled it?
What does this story teach us about the importance of practice and persistence?
How did Milo's friends help him throughout the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Initiate the conversation by sharing a personal story about a challenge you faced and how you overcame it, encouraging your child to draw parallels with Milo's experience.
Praise your child for insightful responses or unique perspectives on Milo's journey, fostering a positive discussion environment.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story using drawings or acting out favorite scenes, linking back to key moments discussed.
Ask your child to imagine alternative endings or adventures for Milo, enhancing their creative and critical thinking skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Self-acceptance
Explanation: Milo learns to accept his unique roar despite it being different from what he expected.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to embrace their own uniqueness and feel confident in their individual abilities, even if they don't align with others' expectations.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite initial disappointment, Milo continues to practice his roar.
Real-World Application: This story encourages children to keep trying and practicing, regardless of initial setbacks, fostering a resilient attitude in new skills or tasks.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Milo's friends support him despite his flaws, teaching him the value of friendship.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of supporting and accepting their friends as they are, which builds stronger, empathetic interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: Milo uses his unique roar creatively to solve problems and make his friends laugh.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think outside the box and use their unique talents in creative ways to solve problems or bring joy.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Milo musters the courage to roar in front of his friends despite fearing embarrassment.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to face their fears and express themselves openly, promoting self-confidence and bravery in social situations.