Quincy the Quail Leads His Family on an Adventure
#1 in Quincy The Quail Series
What’s inside...
Quincy the Quail is a little clumsy, and his topknot falls in front of his eyes, but that doesn't stop him from leading his family on adventures around their home in the desert. When a sudden rainstorm interrupts their hunt for food, Quincy finds himself in trouble. Discover who rescues Quincy so he can continue being a good leader for his family. Audio QR codes allow the reader to hear quail calls and owl hoots using a QR Code Reader App on a smart phone or other device. This picture book is appropriate for ages 3 - 7 and is educational as well as entertaining.
Character compass
Quincy The Quail
Discussion points
What do you think Quincy feels as he leads his family on their adventure?
How do you think the quail family worked together during their journey?
What kind of challenges do you think Quincy faced, and how did he overcome them?
Why is teamwork important when going on an adventure?
If you were a part of Quincy’s family, what role would you like to have during the adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to place themselves in Quincy’s shoes to better understand his feelings and actions. Ask them to think about a time they worked with others to achieve a goal, relating it back to the story. Highlight the importance of family and teamwork as demonstrated in the book. Use expressive reading to make the story come alive and keep the conversation dynamic and engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Leadership and responsibility
Explanation: Quincy the quail demonstrates leadership as he guides his family on an adventurous journey, ensuring their safety and success.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of taking initiative and being responsible for others, which can be applied in situations like group projects or family activities.
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the adventure, Quincy and his family must work together to overcome obstacles, showcasing how teamwork is crucial to achieving goals.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to collaborate with others, whether in sports, school projects, or during playtime, to attain common objectives.
Example Lesson: Courage in facing the unknown
Explanation: Quincy shows courage as he leads his family into new territories, encouraging them despite uncertainties.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face new challenges and environments with confidence, important for adapting to new schools, meeting new friends, or trying new activities.
Example Lesson: Importance of careful planning
Explanation: Quincy’s adventure was successful partly because of his careful planning and foresight.
Real-World Application: This emphasizes to children the value of planning in everyday activities such as preparing for a school day or organizing a simple event.
Example Lesson: Family bonds and support
Explanation: The story highlights the strength and support family members give each other during their adventure.
Real-World Application: Children understand the significance of supporting family members and the strength of familial bonds, which can be reflected in supporting siblings or parents in their daily tasks.