Reading Corner: Oggy and The Dinosaur (Reading Corner Grade 1)
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What’s inside...
A fun rhyming story about a boy's dinosaur hunt. What will happen when he meets the dinosaur's mum?
Discussion points
What do you think Oggy felt when he first saw the dinosaur?
If you were Oggy, what would you have done when you met the dinosaur?
How did Oggy and the dinosaur become friends? What does this teach us about making new friends?
What was your favorite part of the story, and why?
If you could add another character to the story, who would it be and what role would they play?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story, focusing on understanding the characters' emotions.
Discuss the importance of friendship and empathy as showcased in the story, relating them to real-life scenarios your child might encounter.
Ask your child to imagine their own ending to the story or a different adventure for Oggy and the dinosaur, which can spark their creativity.
Use expressive reading techniques like changing your voice for different characters and pausing after exciting moments to build anticipation, making the reading session lively and engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: In 'Oggy and the Dinosaur,' Oggy learns the value of friendship when he finds the dinosaur. They share adventures and help each other, showing what true friendship looks like.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by learning to support and cherish their friends, sharing experiences and helping each other in daily activities.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The story highlights courage when Oggy decides to explore and eventually befriends the dinosaur despite his initial fears.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their fears, whether it's trying out new activities, or standing up for themselves and others in challenging situations.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: Oggy's adventure with the dinosaur sparks curiosity and leads to learning about new and different things, demonstrating how seeking knowledge can be exciting.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to explore the world around them, ask questions, and learn from their experiences, enhancing their educational growth.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Oggy and the dinosaur encounter various challenges that they need to solve together.
Real-World Application: Kids can take away the importance of thinking critically and collaboratively solving problems, whether at school or in play.