Puppy Birthday to You! (Paw Patrol) (Little Golden Book)
PAW Patrol Series
What’s inside...
It's Adventure Bay's youngest member's birthday and all the boys and dogs of PAW Patrol are working on a surprise party. When the birthday boy's special gift goes missing, the pups are called upon to save the day. Meanwhile, a NATIONAL BESTSELLER features an exciting Little Golden Book starring Nickelodeon’s characters. Can the puppies from Nickelodeon’s PAW Patrol throw Chase a surprise birthday party AND save Adventure Bay? This action-packed Little Golden Book is sure to thrill boys and girls ages 2 to 5.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-4
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the Paw Patrol pups felt when they were planning the surprise party?
What would you do if you were a part of the Paw Patrol team?
Why is it important to work together as a team, just like the pups did?
How can you help your friends feel special on their birthdays?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, relating it to their own experiences with friends and teamwork.
Ask your child to imagine their own adventure with the Paw Patrol team, and discuss the roles they would like to play.
Point out moments in the book where teamwork and compassion are displayed, and discuss the importance of these values.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: The story showcases the Paw Patrol team working together to plan a surprise birthday party. Each character contributes their unique skills to achieve a common goal.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to cooperate with their peers in group activities at school or during play, understanding that everyone's contribution is valuable.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: When unexpected problems arise during the party planning, the Paw Patrol pups quickly find solutions to ensure the party's success.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to remain calm and think of creative solutions when they face difficulties, whether in their academic tasks or personal challenges.
Example Lesson: Kindness and Generosity
Explanation: The pups put in great effort to create a memorable birthday celebration for their friend, demonstrating acts of kindness without expecting anything in return.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of being kind and helping others, fostering a sense of community and empathy in their interactions.
Example Lesson: Importance of Celebrating Achievements
Explanation: The birthday party in the story is a celebration of a friend's special day, highlighting the significance of appreciating and honoring each other's milestones.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to value and celebrate their own and others' achievements, big or small, which can boost self-esteem and strengthen relationships.