Read with Oxford: Stage 3: The Dinosaur King and Other Stories
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What’s inside...
A collection of enchanting stories that follow the adventures of various characters, including a young dinosaur king who discovers the importance of responsibility and friendship. Six captivating and engaging stories with clear phonics progression, ideal for children who are growing in reading confidence. Join Tops and friends on a journey to meet the Dinosaur King, discover a planet made out of cake and find out what Snoot really, really wants for his birthday! With a variety of stunning artwork styles and six funny, heart-warming and exciting stories, this collection has something for everyone. The stories have been specially written to support and develop your child's growing reading skills as they start to read more words and longer sentences with less help. Activities after every story make reading fun and reinforce comprehension. Each collection also features tips for parents to help you support your child's developing reading skills. 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. Read with Oxford Stage 3 equates to Oxford Levels 4 and 5 used in schools. For more information about the Read with Oxford Stages, as well as practical advice, free eBooks and fun activities to help your child progress, go to readwithoxford.com. Let's get them flying!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
144 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think made the Dinosaur King special? How did you feel about his adventures?
If you could be friends with any character from the story, who would you choose and why?
What do you think is the most important lesson the characters learned in these stories?
How would you change the story if you were in it? What adventures would you go on?
What did the different settings in the stories make you imagine or think about?
Tip: Role play these questions
Let your child take the lead in the discussion, allowing them to express their thoughts and interpretations freely.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book, then discuss why they made those choices.
Connect the themes or morals of the stories to real-life situations or decisions your child might face, enhancing their understanding and empathy.
Encourage your child to ask you questions about the book, fostering a two-way dialogue that can lead to deeper engagement.
Praise your child’s responses and insights, affirming their thoughts and boosting their confidence in expressing their ideas.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'The Dinosaur King,' children learn about the importance of working together through the characters who must collaborate to overcome obstacles.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by engaging in team activities at school or during play, learning to share and make decisions together.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The stories present characters who face challenges and must think critically to resolve them, teaching children effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children can use these skills to approach their own challenges in schoolwork or social scenarios, thinking critically about possible solutions.
Example Lesson: Value of Curiosity
Explanation: The book encourages a sense of adventure and learning, showing that being curious can lead to exciting discoveries and new knowledge.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to ask questions and explore various subjects in their studies and daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Characters in the stories often have tasks they must manage or problems they need to solve, which teaches children about the importance of being responsible.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to take accountability for their actions and duties, whether it’s in completing homework, chores, or caring for others.
Example Lesson: Courage in Facing Fears
Explanation: The book depicts characters who face their fears and learn to overcome them, illustrating the importance of bravery.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their own fears, whether trying new activities, making new friends, or standing up for what's right.