Rainy Day at the Zoo
What’s inside...
A heartwarming tale of a group of children who visit the zoo on a rainy day, only to discover the animals behaving in unexpected and endearing ways. As the day unfolds, the children learn valuable lessons about friendship, compassion, and the joy of discovery, all while navigating the maze of the wet and whimsical zoo. Have you ever wondered what the animals do on a dark and rainy day at the zoo? Discover what the animals get up to away from the eyes of the keepers. From on-lion shopping, tea parties, a BBQ, and a dance off, join a host of animals in a rainy-day adventure!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
34 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the zoo trip in the story and why?
How did the animals feel about the rain? What clues in the book helped you understand their feelings?
If you were visiting the zoo on a rainy day, what would you like to see or do?
How do you think the rain changes the zoo visit for the family in the story?
What would you do to make a rainy day fun if you were in charge of the zoo for a day?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences by asking if they’ve ever been to a zoo and how their experience was similar or different from the one in the book.
Help them connect emotionally by discussing how different weather affects our plans and feelings, using examples from the book and their own lives.
Foster creativity by asking your child to imagine their own zoo adventure, including what kind of animals they would like to see and any special events that could happen, regardless of the weather.
Allow them to express their ideas about how the characters in the book might have prepared for their zoo visit on a rainy day, encouraging them to think about problem-solving in everyday situations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: In 'Rainy Day at the Zoo', children see how the main characters interact with animals feeling uneasy about the rain, showing kindness and understanding towards them.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to recognize emotions and respond compassionately to peers and animals, fostering a supportive and empathetic environment.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Problem Solving
Explanation: The story showcases kids using their imagination to find fun activities despite the rainy weather, showing that a change of plans can lead to new adventures.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think creatively in their daily lives, finding alternative solutions when faced with challenges or unexpected situations.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: As the children in the book collaborate to create enjoyable experiences for themselves and the zoo animals, the importance of working together is highlighted.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to collaborate with others to achieve common goals, which can be applied in school projects or during playtime.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: The characters adapt to the rainy day scenario, shifting their plans and finding joy in new activities.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of being flexible and adaptable, helping them to gracefully handle changes and new environments.