Pigs Make Me Sneeze! An Elephant and Piggie Book
#17 of 5 in Elephant & Piggie Series
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BY Willems, Mo ( Author ) [{ Pigs Make Me Sneeze! (an Elephant and Piggie Book) By Willems, Mo ( Author ) Oct - 01- 2009 ( Hardcover ) } ]; Mo Willems, award-winning
Discussion points
How do you think Gerald felt when he started sneezing around Piggie?
Why is it important to visit a doctor when you're not feeling well, like Gerald did?
What are some ways we can help friends who are feeling unwell or upset?
How did the story change your thoughts about sneezing or being sick?
Can you think of a time when you misunderstood a situation like Gerald did? What happened?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child how they would feel in Gerald’s shoes.
Discuss the importance of health and well-being, emphasizing why Gerald’s visit to the doctor was crucial.
Highlight the value of friendship and caring for others, relating it to how Piggie stayed by Gerald’s side.
Foster critical thinking by discussing how misunderstandings can occur and the importance of communication.
Use expressive reading to make the story come alive, altering your voice for different characters to keep your child engaged.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the importance of friendship and empathy
Explanation: Through the characters Elephant Gerald and Piggie, the story depicts how misunderstandings can lead to worries in friendships and highlights the importance of empathy in resolving them.
Real-World Application: Children learn how to consider others' feelings and viewpoints, which can help them navigate their own friendships more thoughtfully.
Example Lesson: Learning about problem-solving and communication
Explanation: When Gerald the Elephant starts sneezing, he and Piggie explore various hypotheses before discovering the true cause. This storyline introduces children to the basic elements of problem-solving and the power of communication.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to ask questions and communicate openly in different situations instead of making assumptions.
Example Lesson: Handling worry and anxiety through humor and support
Explanation: The book skillfully uses humor and the supportive dynamic between the friends to address and alleviate concerns when Gerald starts sneezing, showing how humor and friendship can ease anxiety.
Real-World Application: Kids are taught that it’s okay to express worries and that laughter and talking to someone supportive can be reassuring.