Playschool: Sizes
Playschool Series
What’s inside...
Developed with the help of educational experts, this book makes learning about sizes fun. It introduces the concept of comparative size and includes real-life examples of animal sizes as well as sequences of growth.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you notice about the different sizes of objects in the book? Can you think of other things that come in various sizes?
How do you think the size of an object affects how we use it?
Why do you think it's important to know about sizes?
Can you imagine how everyday tasks might change if everything was the same size?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to compare sizes of common household items to those in the book, enhancing their understanding and making the learning experience tangible.
Use descriptive language about size like big, small, tall, and short, while discussing the book to build your child's vocabulary.
Relate the concept of sizes to your child’s own experiences, such as comparing their height with that of siblings or friends.
Ask your child to sort their toys by size to reinforce the concepts in a playful and engaging way.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding relative sizes
Explanation: Through engaging illustrations and simple comparisons, 'Playschool: Sizes' teaches children how to differentiate between big and small, and other size variations.
Real-World Application: This concept helps children understand and describe the world around them, aiding them in activities like organizing their toys, understanding spatial awareness, and following directions more efficiently.
Example Lesson: Developing observation skills
Explanation: The book encourages children to look closely at different objects to compare their sizes, fostering attention to detail.
Real-World Application: Enhanced observation skills can assist children in educational settings, like noticing differences in letters and numbers, and in everyday life, like distinguishing between similar items.
Example Lesson: Building vocabulary
Explanation: By describing various sizes, the book introduces and reinforces descriptive words like tall, short, long, and small.
Real-World Application: A richer vocabulary enables clearer communication of thoughts and needs, which is crucial both in school interactions and in expressing themselves clearly to peers and adults.
Example Lesson: Cognitive development
Explanation: Sorting and categorizing by size engages critical thinking and problem-solving skills, important facets of cognitive development.
Real-World Application: These skills translate into better reasoning abilities and decision-making in daily tasks and academic challenges.
Example Lesson: Enhancing concentration
Explanation: Focusing on the different sizes and engaging with interactive content helps to lengthen the attention span of young readers.
Real-World Application: Improved concentration can lead to better academic performance and ability to complete tasks with greater independence and success.