Snail's Legs
What’s inside...
Now that Frog is old, Snail is the fastest runner in the whole wood. When the royal chef arrives in search of the strongest legs to help him prepare a special birthday treat for the king, the two friends argue over who will have the great honor. They decide to race, with Snail expecting an easy win. But Snail takes pity on his pal and slows down. Frog is the champion! What will the chef do with Frog’s award-winning legs? This charming picture book features Damian Harvey’s vivid text and witty illustrations by acclaimed artist Korky Paul.
Discussion points
What do you think are the challenges Snail faced with its legs, and how did it overcome them?
How do you feel when someone helps you as Frog helped Snail?
If you were one of Snail’s friends, what would you have done to help?
Why is it important to have friends and support each other?
What lessons did you learn from Snail's adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use open body language and maintain eye contact to show your child you're fully engaged.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child's responses to encourage deeper thinking and connection to the themes.
Relate the story to your child’s own experiences to help them connect with the characters and situations.
Praise your child for their thoughts and insights to boost their confidence in expressing their opinions.
End the conversation by asking your child how they might apply the lessons from the book in their own life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance leads to success
Explanation: In 'Snail's Legs', the protagonist, despite being slower and having limitations, continues to strive and work hard, eventually achieving his goals.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of persistence and hard work in overcoming challenges, which can be applied in school tasks or learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Acceptance of differences
Explanation: The story showcases various characters who are different in their own ways but are accepted and appreciated by their peers.
Real-World Application: It encourages children to embrace diversity among classmates and friends, promoting inclusivity and tolerance.
Example Lesson: Creativity in problem-solving
Explanation: The snail in the story uses unconventional methods to overcome obstacles, demonstrating that sometimes creative solutions are needed.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to think outside the box when faced with difficulties, applying this in projects, games, or even interpersonal conflicts.
Example Lesson: The value of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, the snail receives help from other creatures, showing that teamwork can lead to better solutions and success.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of cooperation and teamwork in school projects or sports.