Outdoor Surprises (I AM A READER!: Frog and Friends)
#5 of 10 in Oi Frog and Friends Series
What’s inside...
A beginning reader book containing three stories featuring Frog and his friends where Frog joins a singing group, helps rescue a baby bird, and is scared by a nighttime story. In these stories, Frog, along with his friends Rabbit, Possum, Raccoon, and Squirrel explore the world, solve problems, support each other, and tickle funny bones.
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of Frog's adventures and why?
How did Frog and his friends work together to solve problems?
If you were one of Frog's friends, what ideas would you have suggested during their adventures?
What do you think is the most important lesson Frog learned in the story?
How would you feel if you were in Frog's situation during one of the outdoor surprises?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, promoting emotional development.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story, enhancing their problem-solving skills.
Discuss the character's actions and decisions, helping your child understand perspective and empathy.
Relate the story's adventures to your child’s own experiences, strengthening their personal connection to the reading.
Praise your child's responses to foster a positive and encouraging learning environment.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Value of Friendship
Explanation: The characters in 'Outdoor Surprises' demonstrate strong bonds and support for each other during their outdoor adventures, emphasizing the importance of friendship.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to cultivate and value friendships in their own lives, understanding that cooperation and support can lead to enjoyable and successful experiences.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: Through the explorations of Frog and his friends, the book encourages curiosity about the natural world.
Real-World Application: This lesson can motivate children to explore their own environments, ask questions, and learn more about the nature around them, fostering a lifelong love of learning.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: As the friends encounter various challenges in their adventures, they have to think critically and solve problems together.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these problem-solving skills in everyday situations, learning to think critically and collaborate with others to overcome obstacles.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Nature
Explanation: The story's setting in the great outdoors and interactions with various elements of nature highlight an appreciation for the environment.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to respect and care for nature, promoting environmentally responsible behaviors from a young age.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: Characters show empathy by helping each other and understanding each other’s fears and preferences during their outdoor activities.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to empathize with their peers in real life, understanding different perspectives and offering support where needed.