Read with Oxford: Stage 5: Biff, Chip and Kipper: The Flying Machine and Other Stories: (Read with Oxford)
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Read with Oxford: Stage 5: Biff, Chip, and Kipper: The Flying Machine and Other Stories by Roderick Hunt is part of the Oxford Reading Tree series aimed at helping children develop their reading skills. This collection includes tales that advance in complexity, introducing new vocabulary and sentence structures. The highlighted story, The Flying Machine, features an imaginative adventure with Biff, Chip, and Kipper. The book's engaging content and alignment with educational standards make it a valuable resource for children transitioning to independent reading. It also includes tips for parents and fun activities to further enhance the reading experience.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-9
Length
152 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Biff
Kipper
Chip
Discussion points
What do you think inspired the characters to build The Flying Machine?
How did the characters work together to solve problems in the stories?
Can you think of a time when you had to work with others to achieve something? How did it go?
What would you have done differently if you were one of the characters in the stories?
Which story was your favorite and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think creatively by asking them to draw their own flying machine or invent another gadget based on the book’s themes.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as shown in the stories, and relate it to your child's personal experiences in school or during play.
Use the characters’ experiences to teach problem-solving skills, asking your child how they would handle similar situations.
Enhance comprehension by asking your child to summarize each story after reading, ensuring they grasp the main events and moral lessons.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: In 'The Flying Machine,' the characters work together to build a machine, showcasing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this in group projects at school, learning to cooperate and value each other's input.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The stories often present challenges that the characters must overcome, teaching children to think critically and creatively.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to tackle obstacles in their homework or social interactions with innovative solutions.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Characters are given tasks or face consequences for their actions, underpinning the lesson of taking responsibility.
Real-World Application: Kids can relate this to doing their chores without being reminded or owning up to mistakes in their actions.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The curiosity of the characters leads to new discoveries, emphasizing the joy and benefits of learning.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to explore new subjects, ask questions, and express a desire to learn more both in and out of school.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Characters often face setbacks but keep trying, highlighting the value of perseverance.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of persisting with difficult tasks at school or in learning new skills, despite challenges.