Read with Oxford: Stage 1: Julia Donaldson's Songbirds: Bob Bug and Other Stories
Julia Donaldson’S Songbirds Series
2018
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What’s inside...
An engaging collection of short stories for beginner readers from Julia Donaldson, 'Bob Bug and other stories' is part of the Songbirds series that offers rich, imaginative and finely levelled stories to help children build their reading skills and confidence. With a focus on building phonics skills, this collection includes twelve fun stories with colorful illustrations, ideal for children taking their first steps in reading. Discover various simple but charming adventures, learn phonics, and get tips for reading together. The Songbirds series, created by former Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson, is used in schools to inspire a love of reading and support children learning to read.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
128 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Bob Bug likes the most about his adventures?
How did the characters in the story help each other?
Which story was your favorite, and why?
If you could be friends with one of the characters, who would it be and what would you do together?
How do you think the story would change if it happened in our backyard?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use different voices for each character to make the reading more interactive and fun.
After reading a story, encourage your child to draw a scene or a character from the book. Discuss their drawing to deepen understanding of the story.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next before turning the page, enhancing their analytical thinking.
Relate the stories to your child’s experiences by drawing parallels, which can help them connect more deeply with the characters and themes.
Compliment your child's responses to the questions to encourage their enthusiasm about reading and discussing books.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Building Friendship
Explanation: The stories in 'Bob Bug and Other Stories' demonstrate the value of friendship through character interactions, showcasing how characters help and support each other.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by learning to cooperate and be supportive in their interactions with peers, fostering positive relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The characters in the book often encounter problems that they need to solve, whether it’s Bob Bug figuring out where to find food or other characters facing different dilemmas.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think critically and creatively about overcoming obstacles they might face in school or at play.
Example Lesson: Importance of Helping Others
Explanation: In various stories, characters help one another in times of need, teaching children the importance of being helpful and considerate.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to be more empathetic and helpful, understanding that their actions can have a positive impact on others’ lives.
Example Lesson: Value of Perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters show perseverance by not giving up when facing difficult situations.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of persistence in achieving goals, whether in learning new skills or completing tasks.
Example Lesson: Enjoyment of Reading
Explanation: The engaging and phonics-based stories are designed to captivate young readers, promoting an early love for reading.
Real-World Application: Encouraging regular reading habits that can enhance vocabulary, comprehension, and overall academic performance.