Splash!: Independent Reading Turquoise 7
Collins Big Cat Sets Series
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What’s inside...
Splash! offers an engaging story about children exploring friendship and adventure through a mysterious encounter near a lake. Splash the merboy is happily playing in the waves when the tide goes out and leaves him stranded in a rock pool. The book is part of the Reading Champion series, which provides independent reading books for children to practice and reinforce their developing reading skills. The stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity, and are carefully graded to match a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. Independent Reading Turquoise 7 stories are ideal for children aged 5+ who are reading at book band 7 (Turquoise) in classroom reading lessons.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the story and why?
How did the characters in the book feel when they were playing in the water?
Can you think of a time when you felt the same way as one of the characters?
What do you think the main message of the story is?
If you could change one thing in the story, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, reflect on each question yourself first to give your child a model of thoughtful reflection.
Encourage your child to visualize scenes from the story by asking them to draw their favorite scene or character.
Use expressive facial expressions and voice modulation to make the discussion lively and engaging.
Connect the story to your child’s personal experiences to make the discussion more relatable.
Praise your child for their thoughts and insights, reinforcing their confidence and interest in reading and discussion.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: In 'Splash!: Independent Reading Turquoise 7', characters work together to solve a problem, showing how collaboration leads to success.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or with friends, learning that cooperative efforts can achieve great results.
Example Lesson: Respecting differences
Explanation: The story includes diverse characters who learn to appreciate each other's unique traits and skills.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to value the differences in people they meet daily, promoting inclusivity and empathy in their interactions.
Example Lesson: Perseverance in overcoming obstacles
Explanation: Characters in the book face challenges but don’t give up, highlighting the value of persistence.
Real-World Application: Children learn to keep trying in the face of difficulties, whether in learning new skills, sports, or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Creativity and thinking outside the box
Explanation: The book shows characters coming up with innovative solutions, encouraging creative problem solving.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to think creatively in their own life, finding new ways to tackle homework or play.
Example Lesson: Joy of discovery
Explanation: As characters explore their world, they uncover new and exciting things, sparking curiosity and learning.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be curious and enthusiastic about learning, whether it’s through reading, science experiments, or exploring nature.