The Adventures of Papi, Milli, and Chico
illustrations by
What’s inside...
Papi has the best paw friends he could ask for and a wonderful life until Millie and Chico might have to be sent away. Will he be brave enough to save them? The story explores themes of Adoption, Love & Family.
Age
0-8
Length
29 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Papi felt when he discovered the secret garden?
What would you have done if you were Milli when they faced the big challenge?
Why is teamwork important, as shown by Papi, Milli, and Chico?
What did you learn from the adventures of these three friends?
If you could have an adventure with Papi, Milli, and Chico, what would it be like?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, show genuine interest in your child's thoughts and feelings to encourage open expression.
Ask your child to draw a scene from the book. This can help them visualize the story and stimulate a deeper conversation about the plot and characters.
Relate the characters’ experiences to real-life situations your child might face to help them connect personally with the story.
Encourage your child to think about what messages the author might be trying to convey through the characters' adventures.
Praise your child's responses to build their confidence in expressing their ideas and opinions about what they've read.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: Papi, Milli, and Chico often rely on each other's unique strengths to solve problems they encounter during their adventures. By working together, they achieve much more than they could alone.
Real-World Application: Children learn to collaborate with others, understanding that team efforts often yield better results. This can be applied in group tasks at school or in sports.
Example Lesson: The value of kindness
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters go out of their way to help each other and even strangers they meet along the way. This empathy and kindness are rewarded with friendship and loyalty.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be considerate and helpful towards others in their daily interactions, fostering a more supportive social environment.
Example Lesson: Creative problem-solving
Explanation: The trio faces various challenges and by using their imagination and thinking creatively, they find solutions that are out of the box.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to think innovatively when faced with difficulties, enhancing their cognitive flexibility and ability to think critically.
Example Lesson: The importance of perseverance
Explanation: Despite facing setbacks, Papi, Milli, and Chico never give up. Their determination frequently leads to success.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of persisting in face of challenges, be it academic tasks, personal projects or learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Respect for diversity
Explanation: The characters encounter and befriend creatures from various cultures and backgrounds, learning about their different traditions and viewpoints.
Real-World Application: Promotes an appreciation for diversity and an open mind, preparing children to thrive in our globalized world.