Rabbit and Turtle Go to School/Conejo Y Tortuga Van a La Escuela: Bilingual English-Spanish (Green Light Readers Level 1)
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What’s inside...
Conejo y Tortuga repiten su famosa carrera, esta vez yendo a la escuela. Conejo corre; Tortuga se toma el autobús. ¿Quién ganará? Rabbit and Turtle repeat their famous race--this time on their way to school. Rabbit runs; Turtle takes the bus. Who will win? Includes a note from the translators.
Character compass
The Rabbit
Turtle
Discussion points
How do you think Rabbit felt going to school for the first time?
What are some ways that Turtle could help Rabbit feel more comfortable at school?
Why is it important to have friends like Turtle when starting something new?
How can we learn from both Rabbit's and Turtle's experiences at school?
What would you have done differently if you were Rabbit or Turtle?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by sharing your own first day of school experiences with your child to create a personal connection.
Encourage your child to discuss their feelings about school and any friendships they are developing or wish to develop.
Discuss the value of kindness and patience, as demonstrated by Turtle, and how these qualities can help in a new environment.
Utilize the bilingual aspect of the book to introduce or reinforce Spanish language skills by talking about the story in both English and Spanish.
Ask your child to draw a picture of a new scene they would add to the story, prompting them to use their imagination and creativity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Friendship and Cooperation
Explanation: Rabbit and Turtle display teamwork as they navigate their way to school together, helping each other overcome obstacles.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working together and supporting friends, which can be applied in school projects or playground activities.
Example Lesson: Patience and Persistence
Explanation: Turtle shows patience and persistence despite being slower, emphasizing that everyone has their own pace of learning and doing things.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to be patient with themselves and others, and persist even when tasks seem difficult or time-consuming.
Example Lesson: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion
Explanation: The story includes characters with different speeds and skills, promoting the idea that everyone, regardless of their abilities, should be included and valued.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and embrace differences among peers, promoting inclusivity in their everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Value of Education
Explanation: The excitement of Rabbit and Turtle about going to school underscores the importance and joy of learning.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to look forward to their educational experiences and view schooling as a positive, enriching part of life.
Example Lesson: Bilingual Language Skills
Explanation: Being a bilingual book, it naturally encourages the learning of both English and Spanish, showing how knowing multiple languages can be beneficial and fun.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to explore and learn new languages, enhancing cognitive development and cultural awareness.