Reading Planet - The Fossil - Orange: Comet Street Kids
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In 'The Fossil', the Comet Street Kids stumble upon a mysterious fossil during a school field trip, leading them on an exciting adventure. As they examine fossils in the museum, they are transported back in time, where they encounter ancient creatures and a dangerous shark. 'The Fossil' is part of the Comet Street Kids series by Rising Stars Reading Planet, which offers highly decodable books for children to help them become fluent and confident readers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think it would feel like to discover a fossil? How do you think the characters felt?
Why are fossils important for us to find and study?
What did the characters learn from their adventure? What did you learn from the story?
How do you think the setting of the story impacted the adventure?
If you could find a fossil, what kind of fossil would you hope it to be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to make the story come alive, altering your tone of voice to match the excitement of the discovery.
Pause after exciting moments in the story to give your child a chance to absorb and express their thoughts.
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story by asking what they would do in similar situations.
Relate the discovery in the book to real-world examples of fossil finds and discuss their significance to science and history.
After reading, consider visiting a natural history museum or looking at pictures of fossils online to further deepen the understanding and excitement about paleontology.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and exploration
Explanation: The story follows the Comet Street Kids as they discover a fossil and strive to learn more about it. This adventure fuels their curiosity and encourages exploration.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to explore their surroundings and seek knowledge about the natural world, stimulating their interest in science and history.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: The kids in the book work together to unearth and study the fossil, highlighting the importance of teamwork and sharing ideas.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of cooperating with others to achieve common goals, a vital skill in school projects and beyond.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: As the Comet Street Kids encounter challenges in their quest, they must come up with solutions and make decisions, thereby honing their problem-solving abilities.
Real-World Application: Children learn to apply critical thinking and creativity to overcome obstacles in everyday tasks and academic challenges.
Example Lesson: Respect for history and nature
Explanation: The respect and excitement the children show towards discovering a fossil emphasize the importance of preserving and valuing our natural and historical heritage.
Real-World Application: This can foster a sense of responsibility in children to care for their environment and appreciate the past.