Splish Splash Spot!
A Little SPOT Series
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What’s inside...
Splish Splash Spot! is a delightful story for young readers that follows the adventures of Spot, the playful puppy, as he enjoys a day filled with water play. From taking a bath to discovering puddles, Spot's day is full of wet and splashy fun, making it a perfect read for little ones. Additionally, this sweet bath book is padded, lightweight, and fully immersible, with a squeaker for added sound fun and is perfect for sharing with your baby at bath time. Featuring bright, simple images of familiar bathtime items, it stimulates developing eyesight in younger babies and encourages an early love of books.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
8 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Spot will find in the pond?
How do you feel when you play in the water like Spot?
Why do you think the other animals joined Spot in the water?
What would you do if you were at the pond with Spot?
Can you think of a time when you were surprised like Spot was in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive sounds and gestures to mimic the actions in the book, making the story come alive for your child.
Pause at key moments to let your child predict what will happen next, fostering their imagination and anticipation skills.
Relate the story to your child's personal experiences with water play to deepen their connection to the story.
After reading, encourage your child to draw a scene from the book. Discuss their drawing, focusing on the emotions and events they depict.
Ask your child to explain their favorite part of the book and why it stood out to them, promoting their analytical thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: In 'Splish Splash Spot!', Spot demonstrates the value of friendship through interactions and play with other animals.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to foster friendships and value their peers through cooperative play and sharing in their daily interactions at school or in the park.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: Throughout the book, Spot’s adventures around the pond show his curious nature as he explores new environments.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be curious about the world around them, exploring new places and learning from their environment, whether it’s a backyard or a local park.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: When Spot encounters challenges during his adventures, he demonstrates simple problem-solving skills which help him navigate through them.
Real-World Application: Children can apply problem-solving skills in real life by facing their own small challenges independently, which boosts their confidence and critical thinking.
Example Lesson: Joy in Simple Pleasures
Explanation: Spot finds joy in simple activities like splashing in the water, highlighting the beauty of finding happiness in simple, everyday activities.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to appreciate and find joy in simple aspects of daily life, such as playing in the rain or helping out at home.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Even when Spot's plans don’t go as expected, he remains cheerful and resilient, adapting to situations.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand that it’s okay when things don’t go as planned and that they can adapt and remain positive amidst changes.