Ten Minutes to Bed: Where's Little Koala?: A magical lift-the-flap book
Ten Minutes To Bed Series
What’s inside...
This enchanting installment of the 'Ten Minutes to Bed' series takes young readers on a magical journey to find Little Koala before bedtime. With a series of flaps to lift and discover where Little Koala could be hiding, children are engaged in a fun and interactive bedtime adventure. Snuggle down to sleep with this cozy lift-the-flap adventure in the no.1 bestselling Ten Minutes to Bed series! Little Koala is missing and it's almost time for bed! Search the Land of Nod for the sleepiest koala around in this magical lift-the-flap adventure! Enjoy bumping into a few familiar faces along the way such as Twinkle the Unicorn, and even Poppy the Little Fairy! With high koala-ty flaps to peek underneath, and slowly setting skies, this novelty board book will wind your little ones down in no time at all! This no. 1 bestselling bedtime series has now sold one million copies worldwide! Have you collected all the books? Listed are the various titles available in the series.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
10 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Little Koala
Discussion points
How do you think Little Koala feels when they can't find their way? Can you share a time when you felt the same?
What are some of the magical things Little Koala sees on their journey? Which one was your favorite and why?
Why is it important for Little Koala to get to bed on time? What do you like to do before bedtime?
How do the other animals help Little Koala? How do you feel when someone helps you?
If you could create a magical adventure for Little Koala, what would it involve and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading session more lively and engaging.
Pause after asking each question to give your child time to think and encourage them to express their thoughts and feelings.
Relate the themes of the book to your child’s experiences, like discussing a time they helped someone or got lost.
Encourage your child to imagine their own magical adventure and describe it, boosting their creativity and narrative skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Responsibility
Explanation: In the story, Little Koala has responsibilities like getting ready for bed on time, which helps teach children about the importance of routines and responsibilities.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this in their everyday life by taking ownership of simple daily tasks such as tidying up their toys or preparing their school bag.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: As Little Koala cannot be found, it opens a space for children to explore different scenarios through the lift-the-flap feature, fostering their curiosity and imagination.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to explore their surroundings and ask questions about the world around them, enhancing their learning and understanding.
Example Lesson: The value of punctuality
Explanation: The recurring theme of 'Ten Minutes to Bed' underlines the significance of adhering to a set bedtime, which indirectly emphasizes the importance of punctuality.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of being on time, not just for bedtime, but for other activities like school or family outings.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The search for Little Koala throughout the book presents a problem-solving adventure for children, as they lift flaps to discover his whereabouts.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to approach problems in a systematic way, using clues and critical thinking to find solutions in real-life situations.