The Peter the Skeeter Series
Peter the Skeeter
What’s inside...
As warm weather in the South approaches, little mosquitoes start to come out and play. Peter the Skeeter goes on daily adventures searching for a friend to play with but seems to have no luck. Will Peter ever find a friend?
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-8
Length
25 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What would you do if you met someone like Peter the Skeeter?
How do you think Peter feels when he’s different from the other insects?
Can you think of a time when you felt different from others? How did you handle it?
What are some ways we can be kind to someone who is different from us?
Why is it important to celebrate what makes each of us unique?
Tip: Role play these questions
Show genuine interest in your child’s responses to encourage a deeper conversation.
Use examples from the book, such as specific scenes or character actions, to guide the discussion.
Relate the themes of the book to your child’s own experiences to make the conversation more personal and relatable.
Encourage your child to ask questions about the story and its characters to foster curiosity and engagement.
Praise your child’s thoughts and contributions to the discussion to boost their confidence and encourage further participation.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: In 'Peter the Skeeter,' Peter learns to understand the feelings of others when he sees how his buzzing bothers them.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by recognizing how their actions affect others and learning to consider other people's feelings in their everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Importance of Apologies
Explanation: Peter apologizes to his friends after realizing his buzzing was disturbing them, demonstrating the power of a sincere apology.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of apologizing when they've done something wrong and helps them understand that saying sorry can mend relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Peter collaborates with his friends to find a solution that allows him to buzz without causing any disturbance.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of working together to solve problems, promoting teamwork and creative thinking in their day-to-day life.
Example Lesson: Self-Acceptance
Explanation: Despite his unique buzzing, Peter learns to accept and embrace his differences, realizing that they make him special.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to embrace their own differences and recognize that being unique is something to be proud of, boosting self-esteem and confidence.
Example Lesson: Respecting Boundaries
Explanation: Peter understands the importance of respecting others' personal space and boundaries through his experiences.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to respect personal boundaries and be mindful of their behavior in relation to the comfort of others around them.