Read with Oxford: Stage 4: Biff, Chip and Kipper: Detective Adventure and Other Stories
Read with Oxford: Stage 6 Series
What’s inside...
A collection of exciting detective and adventure stories featuring the beloved characters Biff, Chip, and Kipper. As they embark on mysterious cases, they learn about courage, teamwork, and problem-solving. In this Read with Stage 4: Biff, Chip and Kipper collection, children can visit a famous artist in Italy, help Anneena solve the mystery of a missing diamond necklace and find out what happens when Gran teaches Dad to dance! This collection contains four stories that are ideal for children who are gaining more 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
6-9
Length
136 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Biff
Kipper
Chip
Discussion points
What do you think made Biff, Chip, and Kipper decide to become detectives in the story?
How did the characters work together to solve the mystery?
What were some of the clues they found, and how did they help in solving the case?
If you were a detective like Biff, Chip, and Kipper, what tools would you use to solve mysteries?
How did the story end and what did you learn from the adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think like a detective while reading, asking them to predict what might happen next based on the clues given in the story.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as demonstrated by the characters, and ask how your child can apply these lessons in their own life.
After reading, engage in a fun activity by creating a simple mystery game at home using everyday objects as 'clues' to enhance comprehension and deductive reasoning.
Praise your child’s responses to boost their confidence and encourage a deeper connection with reading.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: In 'Detective Adventure', the characters use clues to solve mysteries, demonstrating critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach real-life challenges methodically, enhancing their ability to think critically and solve problems efficiently.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: The stories often show characters working together to achieve common goals, highlighting the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of cooperating with others, which is essential in school projects and other collaborative activities.
Example Lesson: The importance of curiosity
Explanation: Biff, Chip, and Kipper's adventures are driven by their curiosity and desire to explore. This trait leads them to new discoveries.
Real-World Application: Encouraging children to be curious fosters a love for learning and exploration, vital for personal and academic growth.
Example Lesson: Developing empathy
Explanation: Through various interactions between characters, children are exposed to different emotions and perspectives.
Real-World Application: This helps children understand and share the feelings of others, aiding their social interactions and emotional intelligence development.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Characters often face situations where they must take responsibility for their actions, learning from their mistakes.
Real-World Application: This highlights the importance of being responsible, which is crucial for personal development and making thoughtful decisions.