Reading Champion: Dragon's Hiccups: Independent Reading Orange 6
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In 'Reading Champion: Dragon's Hiccups: Independent Reading Orange 6' by Jenny Jinks, young readers are introduced to an intriguing story about a dragon suffering from hiccups. Despite her friends' efforts, nothing seems to alleviate her condition, leading to various fiery mishaps. The book is part of the Reading Champion series, which offers independent reading books designed to practice and reinforce developing reading skills. Accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity, each book is carefully graded to match a child's reading ability and encourage reading for pleasure. This book is ideal for children aged 5+ who are reading at book band 6 (Orange) in classroom reading lessons, combining entertaining storytelling with appropriately challenging content to boost confidence and proficiency in reading.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the dragon could do to get rid of his hiccups?
How do you think the other characters felt when the dragon had hiccups?
Can you think of a time when something unexpected happened to you? How did you handle it?
If you were in the story, how would you help the dragon?
What is your favorite part of the story, and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the story more interactive and fun.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story before turning the page.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book.
Discuss the feelings and actions of characters in the book to enhance empathy and understanding.
Relate the story to your child’s personal experiences to deepen their connection with the narrative.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The protagonist in 'Reading Champion: Dragon's Hiccups' faces the challenge of helping a dragon overcome its hiccups, showcasing the process of identifying solutions through creativity and perseverance.
Real-World Application: Children can apply problem-solving skills in their daily interactions, such as mediating disputes among friends or finding ways to overcome personal challenges in schoolwork or play.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Compassion
Explanation: The story demonstrates empathy by showing the protagonist's concern and proactive behavior towards the dragon's discomfort caused by hiccups.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the importance of recognizing when someone else is in distress and taking action to help, fostering a more empathetic and supportive community environment.
Example Lesson: Friendship and Teamwork
Explanation: In the book, working together to help the dragon reinforces the values of teamwork and friendship.
Real-World Application: Children learn that cooperation is key in achieving goals and solving problems, which is applicable in group projects, sports, and other collaborative activities.
Example Lesson: Courage to Face Unusual Situations
Explanation: The protagonist's brave approach towards helping a dragon, an unconventional character, illustrates courage in the face of unusual or unexpected situations.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to approach new experiences and challenges with bravery, whether it’s trying out a new activity or making new friends.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The unique methods explored to cure the dragon’s hiccups highlight the use of creativity in problem-solving.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to think outside the box and use their imaginations in everyday life to come up with inventive solutions and ideas.