Munch, Crunch
A busybugz pop-up book Series
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What’s inside...
This pop-up book features the BusyBugz, a group of friendly and colorful bugs including Twitch the caterpillar, Spike the wasp, Zed the bumblebee, and Buddy the beetle. They all come together for a delightful pop-up picnic in 'Munch Crunch'. The book is designed for little hands and includes bouncing rhymes and colorful pop-up illustrations by Bill Bolton, making it an entertaining way to encourage a toddler's interest in reading.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-12
Length
12 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the animals in the story felt when they found the food?
How do you think sharing their food helped the animals in the story?
If you were an animal in the book, what would you have brought to munch and crunch?
Why do you think it's important to share with others?
How did the story make you feel when the animals were munching and crunching together?
Tip: Role play these questions
While reading, emphasize the facial expressions and sounds of the animals as they munch and crunch, to make the story more vivid and engaging.
Ask your child to guess what might happen next in the story, encouraging them to think creatively and anticipate the story's progress.
Relate the story's themes to your child’s experiences, like times they shared with friends or family, to deepen their connection to the story.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book, reinforcing their memory and understanding of the story.
Discuss the importance of sharing and kindness with your child, drawing parallels between the story and real-life situations they might face.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Sharing is caring
Explanation: Through the narrative of animals sharing different fruits, 'Munch, Crunch' demonstrates the importance of sharing with others.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by sharing their toys or snacks with friends, fostering a spirit of generosity and cooperation.
Example Lesson: Healthy eating
Explanation: This book highlights various fruits, subtly educating children on healthy eating habits.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to choose fruits and healthy options for snacks, reflecting the choices of characters in the book.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: Characters in 'Munch, Crunch' bond over sharing food, illustrating how shared interests can build friendships.
Real-World Application: Children learn to build and maintain friendships by engaging in common activities and interests with peers.
Example Lesson: Turn-taking
Explanation: The story shows animals taking turns to eat different fruits, teaching children the importance of patience and fairness.
Real-World Application: This can be practiced in playtime or classroom settings, where children can take turns using toys or participating in activities.
Example Lesson: Diversity and inclusion
Explanation: Featuring a variety of animals enjoying fruits together, the book promotes a message of inclusivity and acceptance.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate diversity and include others in their activities, regardless of their differences.