Real Pigeons Splash Back
#4 of 10 in Real Pigeons Series
What’s inside...
The REAL PIGEONS are a team of crime-fighting heroes ready to take on anything. They face a MONSTER draining every bath in the city, a PRANKSTER causing trouble in a beach town, and a shadowy BAD GUY aiming to take over the world. As they navigate through these challenges, they must also confront a DEMON, a prankster in CHIPOPOLIS, and a bad guy who wants to end the Real Pigeons. Despite their lack of swimming skills, the fearless birds, including Rock, Frillback, Tumbler, Homey, and Grandpouter, are determined to protect the city and solve the most puzzling mysteries in this best-selling series.
Discussion points
What do you think makes the Real Pigeons such good detectives?
How do different pigeons in the book contribute to solving mysteries? Can you relate to any of them?
What would you do if you were part of the Real Pigeons team?
How do the pigeons show teamwork in the story? Why is teamwork important?
Can you think of a creative solution for one of the problems the pigeons faced?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about their strengths and how they can use them to help others, drawing parallels to the pigeons' unique abilities.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and ask your child to share experiences where working together helped solve a problem, relating it to the pigeons' adventures.
Use examples from the book to spark a conversation about problem-solving and creativity, asking your child how they would approach similar challenges.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or pigeon character, then describe why they chose it.
As you go through the book, ask your child to predict what might happen next, enhancing their analytical thinking skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Real Pigeons Splash Back,' the pigeons work together to solve mysteries, highlighting the importance of collaboration and using each bird's unique skills effectively.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or during play, learning to value each team member's contribution.
Example Lesson: The value of diversity
Explanation: The team of pigeons in the book consists of various pigeon breeds, each with different abilities and personalities. This diversity helps them succeed in their missions.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to appreciate the differences in people around them and understand that everyone has something valuable to offer.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Throughout the book, the pigeons encounter various challenges and must think critically and creatively to resolve them.
Real-World Application: Children learn that problems can be approached in multiple ways and that thinking outside the box can often provide the best solutions.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: The pigeons often face dangerous situations, but they show bravery to protect their city and friends.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to face their own fears and understand that courage is not the absence of fear, but facing it head-on.
Example Lesson: Importance of honesty
Explanation: Through the storyline, the pigeons learn that being honest with each other strengthens their relationships and team dynamics.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to be truthful in their daily interactions, reinforcing trust and integrity in relationships.