Old Hushwing
#1 in Little Rabbit Books Series
What’s inside...
Old Hushwing is a gripping tale of adventure and mystery set in the Scottish Highlands. The story follows a young boy named Jamie who discovers an ancient secret hidden within the mountains. With the help of his friends, Jamie embarks on a thrilling journey to uncover the truth behind the legend of the Old Hushwing. As they face danger and betrayal, Jamie and his friends must rely on their courage and determination to unravel the mystery and save their village from a dark fate. Gray Rabbit is sorting his favorite toys and needs help finding the odd one out. Young children will enjoy following Alan Baker's inquisitive Little Rabbits as they make new discoveries. Simple storylines and playful artwork offer a fresh approach to learning early concepts. Searching for his missing book, Gray Rabbit decides that the only way to find it among the many things that fill his messy room is to clean up. For children under three.
Discussion points
Why do you think Old Hushwing behaves the way he does in the story?
How did the characters' adventures make you feel, and why?
What lessons do you think Old Hushwing teaches us about friendship and courage?
If you could ask Old Hushwing one question, what would it be and why?
How do you think the story would change if you were one of the characters?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their emotions about the story by relating to their personal experiences.
Praise your child's responses, endorsing their effort to think critically about the themes and moral of the story.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child’s answers to delve deeper into their understanding and interpretation of the book.
Connect the story's themes to real-life examples to make the discussion more relatable and impactful for your child.
Create a cozy and welcoming reading environment to make these discussions a special bonding time for you and your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: In 'Old Hushwing', the protagonist learns to understand and empathize with the struggles of other characters, especially Old Hushwing, the wise yet misunderstood owl.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to listen and understand different perspectives, fostering compassion and reducing conflicts in their interactions with peers and family members.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: The story emphasizes the value of friendships as the characters support one another through various challenges, demonstrating teamwork and loyalty.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the significance of building and maintaining friendships, helping them create positive and supportive social environments at school and in extracurricular activities.
Example Lesson: Courage and Resilience
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters face fears and adversities, but they show courage and resilience in overcoming them, which ultimately leads to personal growth.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their fears and challenges bravely, understanding that perseverance is key to overcoming obstacles in school and life.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The story of Old Hushwing the owl instills a deep respect for nature and its creatures, highlighting the importance of environmental stewardship.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to engage in activities that protect and preserve the natural world, cultivating environmentally responsible behavior from a young age.
Example Lesson: Value of Wisdom
Explanation: Old Hushwing, symbolizing wisdom, imparts important lessons to younger characters, showing that wisdom is often gained through experience and age.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to seek guidance from elders and appreciate the wisdom that their teachers and family members can offer in navigating life’s challenges.