Shrek the Third: Friends and Foes
I Can Read Book 2 Series
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What’s inside...
This educational title uses the beloved characters from Shrek to encourage children to enjoy reading and enhance their learning. It features activities that make reading fun and helps build confidence in children. With colorful Shrek images throughout, it keeps young readers entertained. Additionally, the story explores the possibility of Shrek becoming the king of Far Far Away after the king's departure.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Shrek
Princess Fiona
Arthur Pendragon
Doris (The Ugly Stepsister)
Sleeping Beauty
Snow White
Cinderella
Puss In Boots
Donkey
Queen Lillian
Merlin
Rapunzel
Prince Charming
Discussion points
What do you think makes someone a true friend, like the friends in Shrek the Third?
How did the characters handle challenges in the story? What can we learn from their actions?
Can you think of a time when you had to work with friends to solve a problem? How did it go?
Why do you think it's important for Shrek to have friends by his side in his adventures?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their own feelings and thoughts about friendship and overcoming challenges. Use examples from the book to relate to real-life scenarios they might face. Highlight the importance of teamwork and communication as showcased in the book, and invite your child to discuss how they can implement these values in their daily interactions with friends.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Value of teamwork
Explanation: In 'Shrek the Third: Friends and Foes,' characters such as Shrek, Donkey, and Puss in Boots demonstrate the importance of working together to overcome challenges.
Real-World Application: Children learn that cooperation and pooling skills with others can help solve problems more efficiently, whether in school projects or during group activities.
Example Lesson: Accepting differences
Explanation: The diverse cast of characters in the book, from a talking donkey to a fearsome ogre, teaches that everyone has unique traits and that differences should be celebrated, not feared.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to embrace diversity among their peers and promotes inclusivity in social settings.
Example Lesson: Courage to face fears
Explanation: Shrek faces his reluctance to be king and his fear of failure throughout the story, highlighting the courage it takes to face one's fears.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to confront their own fears and understand that bravery is not the absence of fear, but the ability to push forward despite it. This can be applied at school or in new social situations.
Example Lesson: Importance of self-identity
Explanation: Shrek consistently struggles with his identity as an ogre and potential king, ultimately finding a balance between his responsibilities and who he wants to be.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of staying true to themselves while adapting to new roles or environments, like moving to a new school or trying new activities.