Ten Red Apples
Bartholomew & George Series
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What’s inside...
This story features Bartholomew the toddler bear, and introduces children to numbers and counting. In Bartholomew's garden there's an apple tree he loves. He loves swinging from its branches, hugging it when it rains, but best of all, he loves counting the apples which George shakes from the tree.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Bartholomew
George
Discussion points
Why do you think the animals wanted the red apples?
What would you do if you were one of the animals?
How do you feel about sharing, just like the animals did with the apples?
Can you think of a time when you shared something special with others?
How do you think the farmer felt at the end of the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts about sharing and its importance.
Ask them to relate the situations in the book to their own experiences with friends or family.
Discuss the farmer’s role in the story and explore themes of generosity and community.
Use expressive reading to emphasize the emotions of the characters.
Prompt your child to imagine alternative endings to enhance their creative thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Counting and Numbers
Explanation: In 'Ten Red Apples', children follow the story of decreasing numbers of apples, which helps them understand basic subtraction and counting backwards.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this understanding when sharing snacks with friends, ensuring everyone gets an equal amount.
Example Lesson: Sharing
Explanation: The book demonstrates the importance of sharing as characters distribute apples among themselves, showing how sharing can lead to happiness and satisfaction.
Real-World Application: Children can practice sharing their toys or food with their peers, fostering a cooperative and harmonious play environment.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: As characters wait for their turn to get an apple, the book teaches children the value of patience and waiting.
Real-World Application: This lesson is applicable in everyday scenarios such as waiting in line at school or for their turn on playground equipment, helping them develop self-control and respect for others' turns.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters in the book come up with a plan to ensure each one gets an apple, showcasing basic problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think of solutions when they face a limited amount of resources or need to resolve disputes among friends.