Minnie and Moo: The Night of the Living Bed (I Can Read Level 3)
I Can Read Level 1 Series
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What’s inside...
After racing into town on a runaway bed, Minnie and Moo and their fellow farm buddies decide to join the Halloween festivities—performing hilarious tricks to earn their treats! The funniest and sweetest buddies since Frog and Toad, Minnie and Moo will earn giggles from young readers. The Minnie and Moo stories are fun independent reads and also perfect for reading aloud, as they're filled with funny dialogue from these goofy and adorable cows. Denys Cazet was an elementary school teacher for 25 years, and has also been a school librarian and elementary school media specialist. He was inspired to tell stories about the silly cow best friends when he passed a herd of cows in which all but two were facing the same way. Those two nonconformist cows became Minnie and Moo. Minnie and Moo: The Night of the Living Bed is a Level Three I Can Read book. Level 3 includes many fun subjects kids love to read about on their own. Themes include friendship, adventure, historical fiction, and science. Level 3 books are written for early independent readers. They include some challenging words and more complex themes and stories.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
48 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Minnie and Moo felt when they saw the living bed?
How did the friends work together to solve their problem?
What would you have done if you were in Minnie and Moo's place?
Why is teamwork important when facing unexpected situations?
Tip: Role play these questions
Show enthusiasm and curiosity about the story, mirroring their excitement.
Ask follow-up questions based on their responses to encourage deeper thinking.
Connect the story's themes to real-life situations to make the conversation relatable.
Praise their insights and contributions to foster a positive reading experience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: In the story, Minnie and Moo are faced with the mysterious adventure of their moving bed. Throughout the narrative, they use creative thinking and teamwork to solve the mystery.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to approach challenges in their own lives with a problem-solving mindset, using creativity and cooperation with others to find solutions.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: The characters, Minnie and Moo, display a strong bond and support each other throughout their adventure. This shows the value of having a reliable friend in difficult times.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to build and maintain supportive friendships, learning how to be there for others during challenging moments.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Despite being scared, Minnie and Moo bravely explore the unknown to uncover the truth behind their moving bed, demonstrating courage in the face of fear.
Real-World Application: This story can inspire children to face their own fears and understand that feeling afraid is okay, but overcoming those fears can lead to new discoveries and personal growth.
Example Lesson: Humor and Joy
Explanation: The humorous situations and dialogue in 'Minnie and Moo: The Night of the Living Bed' bring joy and laughter, showing how humor can lighten difficult situations.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of humor in everyday life, helping them to develop a positive outlook and resilience through fun and laughter.