Read with Oxford: Stage 6: Winnie and Wilbur: Party Time, Winnie
Read with Oxford: Stage 6 Series
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What’s inside...
Join Winnie the Witch and her cat Wilbur in a series of fantastic adventures that will lead to a marvelous party. From planning to execution, Winnie uses her magical skills to create an unforgettable celebration. In two fun-packed stories with short chapters, journey with Winnie and Wilbur on a treasure hunt with a real pirate and a giant street party. These stories help children extend reading stamina and progress in their reading journey, with tips for parents and after-reading activities to enhance engagement.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
48 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Winnie
Wilbur
Discussion points
What made Winnie’s party special and how do you think her guests felt about the different surprises?
If you could add one magical element to your own party, what would it be and why?
How did Winnie and Wilbur work together to solve problems during the party?
What do you think is important about celebrating with friends and family?
How would you have helped Winnie in preparing for the party?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate their personal experiences with parties or celebrations to the story. Ask them to imagine themselves in the scenes, fostering empathy and deeper understanding. Highlight the value of cooperation and teamwork, as demonstrated by Winnie and Wilbur, to instill these important social skills. Lastly, emphasize the joy of sharing happy moments with others, strengthening the child's appreciation for family and friendship bonds.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Sharing
Explanation: In 'Party Time, Winnie,' the story showcases how Winnie shares her magical party with her friend Wilbur, emphasizing the joy of sharing special moments.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to share toys, snacks, or time in activities with their friends, developing social skills and empathy.
Example Lesson: Value of Friendship
Explanation: The book highlights the cooperative and supportive relationship between Winnie and Wilbur, demonstrating how valuable friendship can be.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to build and maintain friendships, learning how to be a good friend in various situations.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Winnie and Wilbur face challenges during the party and work together to solve them, showing resilience and creativity.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to use their imagination and resourcefulness to solve problems they encounter in school or at play.
Example Lesson: Celebration of Individuality
Explanation: The story celebrates the unique quirks and talents of each character at the party, encouraging acceptance and celebration of individual differences.
Real-World Application: This helps children appreciate diverse personalities and strengths in their peers, fostering an inclusive attitude.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Actions
Explanation: Throughout 'Party Time, Winnie,' actions taken by characters lead to various outcomes, teaching children about cause and effect.
Real-World Application: Kids learn that their actions have consequences, teaching them to think before they act and to be more aware of their impact on others.