#1 in Together We Can Change The World Series
Pedro the Puerto Rican Parrot (1) (Together We Can Change the World)
What’s inside...
Pedro the Puerto Rican Parrot is the first book in the Together We Can Change the World series. A series of seven stories, covering seven continents, with seven important virtues: Love, Courage, Compassion, Respect, Kindness, Integrity, and Gratitude. Dominic takes Pedro the Parrot under his wing nursing him back to health before releasing him back into the wild.
Discussion points
What do you think made Pedro want to change the world? How can we help others like Pedro did?
How did Pedro's actions make a difference in his community? What kind of differences can we make in our own community?
Why do you think teamwork was important in Pedro’s story? Can you think of a time when you worked with others to achieve something?
What challenges did Pedro face and how did he overcome them? Have you ever faced a challenge and how did you handle it?
If you were a character in the book, who would you be and why? What would you do to help Pedro?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their personal experiences. This can make the themes more relatable and the discussion more engaging.
Ask your child to imagine alternative endings or scenarios in the book. This nurtures creativity and deeper understanding of the story's morale.
Use the discussion as an opportunity to instill values such as kindness, bravery, and teamwork, drawing parallels between the book's themes and real life.
Be attentive to your child’s responses and encourage them to ask their own questions about the story. This promotes curiosity and active thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: Through the character of Pedro, the story demonstrates how working together with others can help achieve common goals that seem unattainable alone.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in their community, learning to cooperate and value each member’s contribution.
Example Lesson: Cultural Diversity
Explanation: Pedro the parrot introduces various aspects of Puerto Rican culture, promoting an understanding and appreciation of diversity.
Real-World Application: Kids can embrace cultural diversity in their everyday interactions by showing interest and respect towards different cultures they encounter in school and their neighborhood.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The story highlights Pedro’s determination as he overcomes obstacles, teaching children the importance of persistence in achieving objectives.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be mirrored in a child’s life when they face academic challenges or learning new skills, encouraging them not to give up easily.
Example Lesson: Environmental Conservation
Explanation: Pedro the parrot advocates for the preservation of natural habitats, educating young readers on the importance of protecting the environment.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to participate in recycling programs, tree planting events, and learn about wildlife conservation from an early age.