Peterrific
#1 of 39 in Pinkalicious Series
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What’s inside...
The #1 New York Times bestselling author-artist of the Pinkalicious series, Victoria Kann, is back with an imagination-sparking new book starring Pinkalicious's brother, Peter. In 'Peterrific,' readers can follow Peter's adventures as he builds a tower of blocks all the way to the moon. Peter loves building with blocks, and one day decides to construct a towering structure to reach the moon, doing it all by himself. He wonders if the moon is made of cheese and if he'll catch a shooting star. As he climbs higher into space, he realizes he has no way to get down and must figure out his next steps alone.
Character compass
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Discussion points
What do you think about Peter's big ideas for building? What would you build if you had all the tools and space?
How did Peter handle setbacks and challenges in his project? Can you share a time when you had to find a solution to a problem?
Peter worked hard to make his dream come true. What's a dream you have, and what steps could you take to make it happen?
How did Peter's sister, Pinkalicious, help him with his project? Why do you think teamwork is important?
In the end, Peter learns an important lesson about patience and perseverance. What did you learn from this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate to Peter by asking them about their own big dreams and the steps they would take to achieve them.
Discuss the importance of persistence and learning from mistakes, highlighting how Peter adjusted his plans when things didn’t go as expected.
Highlight the value of collaboration and ask your child to think of times when they worked together with someone else to achieve a goal, just like Peter and Pinkalicious.
Use Peter's experiences to teach your child about planning and organization, asking them to think about how they could organize their own projects.
After reading, engage your child in a creative activity where they can build or draw their dream project inspired by the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: In 'Peterrific,' the main character, Peter, sets out to build the tallest tower. Despite facing set-backs, he persists until he achieves his goal.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of continuing to strive towards a goal, even when faced with difficulties—useful in academics, sports, and personal projects.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: Peter uses unusual materials and creative methods to build his tower, showcasing innovation and thinking outside the box.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use their imagination to solve problems and express themselves in unique ways.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Although Peter starts his project alone, he eventually accepts help from his friends and sister, which makes his project more successful.
Real-World Application: Highlights the importance of collaborating with others to achieve better outcomes, something children can practice at school and in group activities.
Example Lesson: Planning and Execution
Explanation: Peter plans his tower through drawings and careful thought about materials, showing the importance of preparation.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the significance of planning before starting any task to ensure better performance and results.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: As Peter encounters problems in building his tower, he thinks critically and finds solutions to overcome these challenges.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think critically and develop problem-solving skills, which are applicable in their daily interactions and learning environments.