My Little Pony - Hitch Finds an Egg
Ladybird Readers Level 2 Series
What’s inside...
In 'Hitch Finds an Egg', readers follow the story of Hitch, a character from the My Little Pony universe, as he discovers a mysterious egg. The story unfolds as Hitch takes care of the egg and tries to find out what kind of creature is inside. Along the way, Hitch learns about responsibility, friendship, and the joy of helping others.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-6
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Hitch will do with the egg he found? Why?
How do you think the story would change if Hitch ignored the egg?
What would you do if you found something unusual like Hitch did?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone or something? How did it make you feel?
Why is it important to take care of others, even if they are different from us?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child to predict the plot or ending of the story based on the book’s title and cover. This engages their imagination and sets the stage for active reading.
Encourage empathy by asking your child how they think Hitch feels at various points in the story. Discuss similar feelings they might have experienced.
Point out the illustrations as you read together. Ask your child what they notice about the pictures and how they think it adds to the story.
Relate the themes of the book to your child’s experiences, such as a time they cared for a pet, plant, or another person, to deepen their understanding.
End the reading session by asking your child what lesson they think the story taught. This helps in gauging their understanding and moral reasoning.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: In 'Hitch Finds an Egg', the character Hitch Trailblazer discovers an abandoned egg and takes on the responsibility of caring for it.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of taking responsibility for others' needs and the commitment involved in caring for something or someone other than themselves.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Throughout the story, Hitch shows concern and kindness towards the egg, teaching children to understand and share the feelings of others.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children in developing empathy towards their peers and learning to be considerate of others' feelings in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Hitch faces challenges in protecting and caring for the egg. His journey encourages the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to apply similar problem-solving skills when they face challenges, learning to think critically and find solutions.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: As Hitch waits for the egg to hatch, the story highlights the virtues of patience and the reward of waiting diligently.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of patience in achieving goals and the benefits of waiting for the right time in everyday situations.
Example Lesson: Bravery
Explanation: In facing unknown challenges while protecting the egg, Hitch exemplifies bravery.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their fears and uncertainties and to act bravely when encountering new or intimidating situations.