Reading Champion: My Pet Dog: Independent Reading Non-fiction Red 2
Reading champion Series
What’s inside...
Discover the joys of having a pet dog through engaging and educational content in 'Reading Champion: My Pet Dog: Independent Reading Non-fiction Red 2' by Jackie Walter. Tailored for young readers in the foundational stages of literacy, this book enhances reading skills and comprehension through relatable scenarios about pet care. Perfect for children embarking on independent reading journeys, it melds learning with the excitement of a child’s first pet experience. A fantastic tool for enhancing empathy and responsibility, this book not only entertains but educates, making it a great addition to any child's library. Part of the Reading Champion series, developed with UCL Institute of Education, it is a non-fiction text explaining how to take care of a pet dog with the support of illustrations. It is designed for early readers to practice and reinforce their reading skills, graded to match a child's reading ability and encourage reading for pleasure. Ideal for children aged 5-6 or at book band Red.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-6
Length
19 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some things you learned about taking care of a pet dog from this book?
How do you think having a pet dog would change our daily routine at home?
What are the responsibilities of owning a pet dog, and do you feel ready for them?
If you could choose a name for a pet dog, what would it be and why?
How do you think the pet dog feels being part of a family in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Create a welcoming atmosphere for the conversation by sitting together comfortably. Show genuine interest in your child's thoughts and feelings about the book. Encourage them to think beyond the story by asking how it applies to their own life. Use the discussion to gauge your child’s readiness and interest in pet ownership, connecting it to the lessons from the book. Summarize the discussion to reinforce the key learnings and express appreciation for their insights.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: This book introduces the concept of caring for a pet, explaining the various responsibilities involved such as feeding, walking, and grooming.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking on small responsibilities at home, such as caring for a family pet or helping with household chores, fostering a sense of accountability and duty.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: As the story unfolds, readers learn about recognizing and responding to the dog's needs, which teaches empathy towards animals.
Real-World Application: Children can use this understanding to develop compassion and kindness towards animals and people, enhancing their emotional intelligence and interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: Routine Building
Explanation: The book details daily activities involved in owning a dog, emphasizing the importance of regular routines.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to establish and stick to their own routines, such as a bedtime routine or a homework schedule, aiding in time management skills.