Nipper the Noisy Puppy (Jenny Dale's Puppy Tales)
#7 in Puppy Friends Series
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What’s inside...
Nipper the Noisy Puppy sounds horribly scary according to his owner, but Nipper is actually just full of friendly fun and wants to prove it. Meanwhile, Adam, who is frightened of dogs, is anxious about his new neighbors who own Nipper. Adam has never seen Nipper but is intimidated by his loud bark. He wonders if Nipper is as frightening as he sounds.
Discussion points
Why do you think Nipper is so noisy, and how does it affect those around him?
What are some ways Nipper could learn to be quieter?
How do the other characters react to Nipper's noise? What does that teach us about understanding and patience?
Can you think of a time when you felt like Nipper, excited and maybe a bit loud? What happened?
If you could give Nipper one piece of advice, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the consequences of Nipper's actions by relating them to their own experiences. Ask them how they have felt in similar situations and what solutions they found. This will help them connect with the story and learn empathy and problem-solving skills. Also, emphasize the importance of understanding and patience when dealing with friends, just like the characters do with Nipper.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of listening
Explanation: Nipper, the protagonist puppy, struggles with listening and following instructions, leading to various mishaps.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the value of listening carefully to parents and teachers, understanding it helps in making better decisions and avoiding mistakes.
Example Lesson: Friendship and teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, Nipper learns to cooperate with other puppies to solve problems, showing that teamwork can achieve outcomes that might be difficult individually.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to collaborate with peers in school projects or sports, highlighting that working together can be fun and effective.
Example Lesson: Accepting and learning from mistakes
Explanation: Nipper makes many mistakes, but each time, he learns something new about himself and his capabilities.
Real-World Application: Children are taught resilience and the understanding that errors are opportunities for growth, not just setbacks.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: As Nipper interacts with different characters, he begins to understand their feelings and perspectives.
Real-World Application: This lesson is crucial in helping children develop empathy, allowing them to build stronger connections with friends and family.