Oink
Oink Series
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What’s inside...
When their mother falls asleep, the baby pigs sneak away, get into big trouble, and must be rescued. In the sequel to Oink, Mama Pig's eight mischievous, irrepressible little piglets sneak off to raid a forbidden corn field for a delectable snack.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the pigs in the story were feeling when they went on their adventure?
How do the clever actions of the pigs help them solve problems they encounter?
Can you imagine a different ending to the story? What would you change?
Why do you think the author chose pigs as the main characters?
What lessons can we learn from the pigs’ journey?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive tones and voices for different characters to make the reading experience lively and engaging.
After reading, relate the story to your child's experiences by comparing the pigs’ adventures to any challenges they've faced.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene from the book. Discuss what they’ve drawn and why it stood out to them.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next before turning the page, to develop their anticipatory and critical thinking skills.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and problem-solving, as exhibited by the pigs, and connect these themes to real-life scenarios.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Oink', pigs work together to solve problems and complete tasks, showing the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to collaborate with siblings or classmates to achieve common goals, enhancing their social and problem-solving skills.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The book showcases pigs using imaginative solutions to navigate their adventures, emphasizing creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think outside the box and use creativity to overcome obstacles in their daily activities and learning processes.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The pigs take on tasks that require attention and care, promoting the importance of responsibility.
Real-World Application: Kids can relate this to taking care of their possessions, completing homework, or helping around the house.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Despite challenges, the pigs persevere through their adventurous journey, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to not give up easily when faced with difficulties, be it in schoolwork or personal challenges.
Example Lesson: Curiosity
Explanation: The pigs' adventure begins from their curiosity about their surroundings, leading to a wonderful journey.
Real-World Application: Encouraging children to explore and ask questions about the world around them, fostering a love for learning and discovery.