Mr. Wiggle's Library
#2 in Mr. Wiggle's Book Series
What’s inside...
Mr. Wiggle is a sweet inchworm who loves books! The library is a huge place and Mr. Wiggle doesn't know where to begin! Soon he discovers it is very organized so he can find newspapers, award-winning books, magazines, reference books, or anything else he is looking for, without much trouble. In Mr. Wiggle's Library young readers will explore all the library has to offer and learn how it is arranged. The Mr. Wiggle series features the lovable inchworm, who wants to help children learn how to take care of books and how to use the library. Once children have read the Mr. Wiggle series, they will be eager to head out to the library again and again.
Discussion points
What do you think Mr. Wiggle likes the most about his library?
How do you feel when you visit the library like Mr. Wiggle?
What would you do if you were in charge of your own library?
Can you tell me about a time when you helped someone like Mr. Wiggle helps his friends?
What are some rules you think are important for a library?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the library and reading. Use Mr. Wiggle’s adventures to highlight the joy and responsibility of managing a library. Discuss the importance of rules in communal spaces and how they can help everyone enjoy the experience more. Relate Mr. Wiggle’s helpfulness to instances where your child can be helpful in their community or home.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respect for books and libraries
Explanation: Mr. Wiggle teaches children how to take care of books properly, emphasizing the importance of handling them gently and keeping them clean.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children apply these respectful habits to not only library books but also to their personal belongings and shared spaces at school or at home.
Example Lesson: The joy of reading
Explanation: Through Mr. Wiggle’s enthusiasm for books, children learn that reading can be a fun and adventurous activity.
Real-World Application: Encouraging children to explore different kinds of books can foster a lifelong love for reading and learning.
Example Lesson: Importance of responsibility
Explanation: Mr. Wiggle shows the consequences of not returning books on time, teaching kids the importance of responsibility and punctuality.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the significance of deadlines and responsibilities in school assignments and other daily tasks.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: When books are mishandled or misplaced, Mr. Wiggle demonstrates how to solve these problems in a calm and effective manner.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach problems thoughtfully and can use these skills to navigate challenges they face in their own lives.