Room on the Broom Activity Book Spl
#1 of 7 in Room On The Broom Series
What’s inside...
The 'Room on the Broom Activity Book Spl' by Julia Donaldson is a companion activity book to the beloved children's story 'Room on the Broom.' It is designed to engage young readers with a variety of fun and educational activities that are themed around the characters and events of the original book. These activities include coloring pages, puzzles, word searches, and games that encourage creativity and learning while keeping the spirit of the story alive. The activity book is ideal for fans of the 'Room on the Broom' story who want to extend their experience beyond reading and immerse themselves in the magical world created by Julia Donaldson.
Discussion points
What do you think makes the witch in the story kind and why?
How did the characters work together in the book? Can you think of a time we worked together like that?
What would you have done if you found the witch's lost items?
How do the different animals in the story help the witch and what does that teach us about teamwork?
What's your favorite part of the adventure and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the characters to life, varying your voice for each character to maintain your child's interest.
Pause at key moments to ask your child what they think will happen next, aiding in predictive thinking.
After reading the book, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character, discussing the reasons for their choice as they draw.
Relate the themes of the book to your child’s experiences, such as times they have helped others or worked together with friends or family.
Ask your child to explain what they liked about the behavior of the characters, promoting moral reasoning and empathy.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: The story demonstrates teamwork as the witch and her cat, along with other characters they meet, work together to overcome challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can apply the idea of cooperation by working together with peers in group activities or team sports, learning to value each other's strengths.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters face various problems, and they solve them by thinking creatively and helping each other.
Real-World Application: This lesson is transferable to everyday situations where children learn to think on their feet and collaborate with others to find solutions.
Example Lesson: Kindness and Inclusivity
Explanation: The story showcases acts of kindness as the witch allows each character to ride on her broom, despite it being crowded.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be inclusive and kind by sharing resources and space with their classmates and friends, fostering a welcoming environment.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Characters in the book demonstrate resilience as they recover from setbacks, like losing the broom, and work together to find alternatives.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of bouncing back from difficulties and continuing to strive towards their goals despite obstacles.
Example Lesson: Importance of Gratitude
Explanation: The story ends with a note of gratitude as the characters express thankfulness for each other's help.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to practice gratitude in daily life by thanking friends and family for their help and support.