Nan: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 1 Set 2)
Red Squirrel Phonics Series
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What’s inside...
Follow the adventures of Nan, a young red squirrel, as she explores her forest home, makes new friends, and learns valuable life lessons along the way.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you like most about Nan's adventure?
How do you think Nan felt when she was exploring?
What would you do if you were in Nan's place?
Can you think of a time when you were brave like Nan?
What do you think will happen in Nan’s next adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive tones and facial expressions to bring the story to life as you read.
Pause after reading important passages to allow your child to absorb the content and relate it to their own experiences.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings or new adventures for the characters.
Ask your child to draw a scene from the book, helping them engage creatively with the story.
Revisit favorite parts of the book upon completion, discussing why those parts stood out.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: In the story, characters work together to solve problems, demonstrating how collaboration leads to success.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by participating in group activities at school or play, learning to cooperate with others to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Valuing diversity
Explanation: Characters from different backgrounds come together, showing that everyone has something unique to contribute.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to appreciate diverse perspectives and talents in their classmates and friends, fostering inclusivity.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Characters face challenges but don't give up, illustrating the importance of persistence in overcoming obstacles.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to keep trying despite difficulties, whether in learning new skills or dealing with personal challenges.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The story presents various problems that characters must think creatively to solve.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to think critically and creatively in their own lives, applying these skills in school projects or daily quandaries.
Example Lesson: Empathy and kindness
Explanation: Characters show care for each other’s feelings, highlighting the value of empathy and kindness.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to be considerate of others' emotions and act kindly, improving their social interactions and friendships.