Sheep
Farm animals Series
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What’s inside...
Sheep are at home on a farm. Their wool can be made into clothing or blankets. Their milk can be made into cheese. Find out all about these important farm animals. Sheep have important roles to play out on the farm. With bold, full-color photos and simple, yet engaging text, readers are introduced to these animals. Readers learn all about a sheep's physical features, diet, life cycle, and what life is like on the farm.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think sheep might feel when they are in a big open field?
Why do you think sheep stick together in groups?
What would you do if you were a sheep for a day?
How do you think the farmer helps the sheep?
What did you learn about sheep that you didn't know before?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use a soft and curious tone to encourage your child to think deeply about the life of sheep.
Point out illustrations in the book showing sheep behavior and ask your child how they might feel in similar situations.
After reading, relate the sheep’s experiences to your child’s by discussing times when they feel safer in a group or with family.
Encourage your child to imagine being a sheep and describe their ideal day in the pasture, fostering creative thinking.
Discuss the farmer's role and explore the theme of caregiving, emphasizing the values of kindness and responsibility.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Sheep,' the flock works together to solve problems and navigate their environment, emphasizing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of collaborating with others to achieve common goals, which is essential in school projects and family activities.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The sheep in the story take turns to lead and look out for each other, teaching the concept of responsibility.
Real-World Application: Kids understand the importance of being responsible for their actions and caring for others, crucial skills for personal development and relationships.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: The sheep face various challenges and adapt to changes in their surroundings, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn to adapt to new situations whether it’s moving to a new school or dealing with changes at home.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The character faces fears when confronting obstacles, showing bravery.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to face their own fears and speak up about their needs or when they require help.
Example Lesson: Importance of Community
Explanation: The story highlights how the sheep benefit from staying together and supporting one another.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of being part of a community and how it can provide support and security.