Read with Oxford: Stage 3: Biff, Chip and Kipper: Palace Statues and Other Stories
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What’s inside...
Dive into the whimsical world of 'Read with Oxford: Stage 3: Biff, Chip and Kipper: Palace Statues and Other Stories' by Roderick Hunt, a delightful compilation designed to support children aged 5-7 in developing their reading skills. This collection features engaging stories with familiar characters that encourage young readers to explore new words and concepts. These tales are not only entertaining but also tailored to align with child developmental psychology, fostering both literacy and cognitive skills effectively. Perfect for shared reading experiences, this book promises to be a valuable resource for budding readers. In this Read with Stage 3: Biff, Chip and Kipper collection, children can go racing with Nadim, watch the children defeat a jewellery thief and find out what happens with Chip and Wilf meet a polar bear! This collection contains two Phonics books and two Stories for Wider Reading that are ideal for children who are growing in reading confidence. There are tips for parents and fun activities throughout the book for you and your child to enjoy together. Biff, Chip, Kipper and Floppy the dog are the well-loved characters from Oxford Reading Tree, used in 80% of primary schools. With exciting stories, humorous illustrations, tips for parents and after-reading activities, this series is the perfect companion from your child's very first steps in phonics all the way to reading independence. Featuring much-loved characters, great authors, engaging storylines and fun activities, Read with Oxford offers an exciting range of carefully levelled reading books to build your child's reading confidence. Find practical advice, free eBooks and fun activities to help your child progress on oxfordowl.co.uk. Let's get them flying!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
120 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the statues in the palace would say if they could talk?
How do you think Biff, Chip, and Kipper felt when they encountered the palace statues?
Can you imagine a different ending to any of the stories? What would it be?
Which story was your favorite, and why?
How do you think the characters solved their problems in the stories?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story, relating it to their own experiences.
Ask your child to guess what might happen next at various points in the story to help develop their predictive skills.
Discuss the characters’ actions and decisions, and ask your child what they would have done differently.
Create a drawing or craft activity based on one of the stories to deepen comprehension and engagement.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The characters in 'Palace Statues and Other Stories' face various challenges, which they must work through using critical thinking and creativity.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these problem-solving skills at school or in daily interactions, learning to think critically and find solutions to their own challenges.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the story, Biff, Chip, and Kipper collaborate with each other and with friends to navigate the adventures they encounter, demonstrating the power of working together.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of cooperating and valuing others' input in group settings such as classrooms or sports teams.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and exploration
Explanation: The stories encourage exploring new places and asking questions, sparking curiosity about the world around them.
Real-World Application: Children are motivated to explore their environments, ask questions, and learn from their surroundings, which is essential for their intellectual and social development.
Example Lesson: Respect for history and culture
Explanation: By interacting with historical statues and artifacts, the characters show interest and respect for past cultures and their stories.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to appreciate and respect cultural heritage and history in their community and beyond, fostering a sense of global citizenship.
Example Lesson: Handling unexpected situations
Explanation: The characters often encounter unexpected events that require them to adapt and make quick decisions, highlighting the importance of flexibility.
Real-World Application: This lesson prepares children to face unexpected changes in life more gracefully and with resilience, aiding their ability to adjust in dynamic situations.