Snug as a Bug
What’s inside...
Meet a bug who is as snug as a bug can be. Oh, but not for long! Along comes a knock on the door and suddenly he's off on a wild and risky adventure. Bug is chased by creature after creature —he's clearly ever so tasty—through woodland, dark caves, and a mighty waterfall! He barely escapes becoming someone's dinner and comes close to meeting all sorts of sticky ends, but he keeps insisting he is 'snug as a bug'! Can he make it back home? As snug as a bug can be? Snug as a Bug is a hilarious picture book romp from Karl Newson, with energetic and characterful illustrations from award-winning illustrator Alex Willmore which help the story leap of the page!
Discussion points
How do you think the little bug felt when he found the perfect snug spot?
What are some ways we can make our home feel snug and cozy like the bug's?
Why do you think the bug chose that particular spot to snuggle up?
Can you think of a time when you felt as snug as the bug in the story?
What other animals do you know that like to snuggle up in cozy places?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their emotions by asking how they feel about the bug's adventure and snug spot.
Discuss the importance of having a safe and cozy space, drawing parallels to the child’s own experiences of comfort.
Use expressive gestures and changes in tone to make the story come alive, making the snug spot seem extra cozy.
Invite your child to imagine and describe their ideal snug spot, encouraging creative thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of comfort and safety
Explanation: In 'Snug as a Bug', the various characters find their own unique places where they feel safe and comfortable, emphasizing the significance of having a personal safe space.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to identify and appreciate their own safe spaces, whether it’s their room, a favorite nook, or a cozy blanket, helping them feel secure and cherished.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: The story showcases different animals creatively finding comfort in their environments, which encourages children to use their imagination in everyday scenarios.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to think creatively in solving problems or in play, finding innovative ways to use their surroundings to their advantage.
Example Lesson: Respect for others' choices
Explanation: Through the diverse choices each character makes to feel snug, the book subtly teaches respect for differences in preferences and perspectives.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and respect the choices and preferences of their friends and peers, fostering a sense of empathy and understanding from a young age.
Example Lesson: Understanding and expressing one’s needs
Explanation: Each animal character expresses what conditions make them feel snug, highlighting the importance of understanding and articulating personal needs.
Real-World Application: This can aid children in recognizing their own needs and communicating them clearly, which is a vital life skill, particularly in emotional and physical well-being.