Reading Champion: Kind Kitty: Independent Reading Purple 8
Reading champion Series
What’s inside...
In 'Reading Champion: Kind Kitty: Independent Reading Purple 8' by Katie Dale, young readers are introduced to a compassionate cat named Kitty who uses her kindness to help her friends during various adventures. As part of the Reading Champion series, this story aims to boost reading skills through engaging storytelling, illustrations, and reading activities, all carefully graded to align with a child's reading ability. Aided by lessons on empathy and generosity, this book encourages children to practise and reinforce their independent reading skills while learning valuable life lessons.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes Kitty kind? Can you think of a time when you were kind like Kitty?
How did Kitty help her friends in the story? How does helping others make you feel?
Kitty faced some challenges in the book. What would you do if you were in her place?
What did you learn from Kitty's adventures? Is there something new you want to try after reading this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personally to Kitty's experiences by sharing their own stories of kindness and friendship. Use the book's illustrations to prompt discussion, pointing out details that might spark deeper understanding of the storyline. Reinforce the themes by relating them to everyday situations your child might encounter, enhancing their empathy and decision-making skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Kindness
Explanation: The story showcases the main character, Kind Kitty, who consistently goes out of her way to help her friends in need, portraying empathy and altruism.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of understanding others' feelings and helping those around them, fostering a supportive and empathetic community.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Kind Kitty takes responsibility for her actions throughout the story, looking after her friends and their belongings.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of being responsible in their daily tasks and caring for their possessions and those of others.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: The book depicts scenarios where Kind Kitty faces challenges and has to think critically to find solutions.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to use their thinking skills to navigate difficulties in school and play, enhancing their decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.