Splash
First experiences Series
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What’s inside...
Splash is packed full of pictures of water-loving animals splashing, preening, flapping and paddling. Each photograph is accompanied by fun facts about the animal and how they use water, be it for fun, to clean or to find food. Organised by four distinct water sources - ocean, watering-hole, river and pond - children will learn where their favourite animals live and discover more about their behaviour. Stunning photographs and easy-to-read text make this book perfect for young readers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
64 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think it feels like to live under the water like the creatures in 'Splash'?
Which water animal from the book did you find the most interesting and why?
How do you think the animals help each other in their water world?
What can we do to help protect the water environments like the ones in the book?
If you could create your own water creature, what special features would it have?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation with your child by sharing your own favorite water animal and ask them about theirs.
While reading, pause on pages with colorful illustrations and ask your child to describe what they see.
Encourage your child to imagine and describe a day in the life of one of the water creatures from the book.
Discuss the importance of water habitats and what actions we can take to preserve them, making connections to the book's themes.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or animal from the book. Discuss what they liked about that particular part.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: In 'Splash', marine animals collaborate to organize a grand water show. This demonstrates how working together can achieve great results.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this in school projects or group activities, learning the value of cooperation and mutual respect.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The story showcases various sea creatures and their habitat, fostering a respect for marine life and the environment.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to be mindful of their environment and can participate in activities like recycling or beach clean-ups.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Expression
Explanation: The water show in the book is a display of the sea creatures' unique talents. This highlights creativity as a form of self-expression.
Real-World Application: Children can explore different forms of creative expression such as drawing, dancing, or storytelling in their daily activities.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters face and resolve challenges while preparing for the show, emphasizing the importance of problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied at home or in school whenever children encounter obstacles, teaching them to think critically and find solutions.