Roald Dahl: First 100 Words: A Lift the Flap Story Book
Roald Dahl'S Creative Writing Series
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What’s inside...
This interactive board book introduces young readers to a selection of essential words, each accompanied by illustrations and related to Roald Dahl's beloved stories. The lift-the-flap design makes learning an engaging adventure for toddlers. Have fun learning first words with your favorite Dahl characters in this big, bold board book! Chiddlers will have splendiferous fun learning their first words with the help of this sturdy, colorful board book. Look under the flaps to find your favorite characters and some extra gobblefunking words invented by Roald Dahl himself!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What new word did you learn today from this book?
Which flap was your favorite to lift, and why?
Can you think of a story using some of the words we learned?
How do you think the characters felt in the story?
What would you do if you were in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use playful tones to mimic characters’ voices, making the story more vivid and engaging.
Encourage your child to guess what might be under each flap before lifting it, building anticipation and interactive fun.
Relate the words in the book to your child’s daily experiences to enhance their understanding and retention.
After reading, ask your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book, embracing their creativity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Language Development
Explanation: This book introduces children to their first 100 words through engaging and interactive flaps that encourage hands-on learning.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this skill by recognizing and naming objects around them, enhancing their vocabulary and communication skills.
Example Lesson: Cognitive Skills
Explanation: Lifting flaps to discover words stimulates cognitive development by fostering curiosity and memory retention.
Real-World Application: Children can use these cognitive skills to solve problems, follow directions, and engage more deeply in structured and unstructured play.
Example Lesson: Cause and Effect
Explanation: Understanding the relationship between lifting a flap and revealing a word or image underneath helps children grasp the concept of cause and effect.
Real-World Application: This understanding helps children anticipate outcomes in daily activities and enhances their decision-making skills.