The Berenstain Bears Play T-Ball (I Can Read Level 1)
The Berenstain Bears Series
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What’s inside...
In this addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series, Brother Bear and Sister Bear are teaching the younger bears to play T-ball. However, the cubs struggle to differentiate between running to home plate and running home. The Berenstain Bears Play T-Ball is a Level One I Can Read book, making it ideal for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The Berenstain Bears love teaching their friends new things in this action-packed addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series. Brother Bear and Sister Bear are teaching the younger bears to play T-ball, but it's tough when the cubs don't know the difference between running to home plate and running home. Will Brother Bear and Sister Bear be able to put together a winning team? The Berenstain Bears Play T-Ball is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Brother Bear
Sister Bear
Papa Bear
Discussion points
What do you think Brother Bear and Sister Bear learned from playing T-Ball?
How did the characters work together during the game?
Can you describe a time when you tried something new like Brother Bear and Sister Bear?
What feelings do you think Brother Bear and Sister Bear had during the game?
Why is it important to play and work as a team?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about teamwork and trying new activities.
Relate the story to your child’s personal experiences in sports or any new activity they’ve tried.
Discuss the importance of persistence and teamwork highlighted in the book to teach valuable life lessons.
Ask your child to imagine and talk about what sport or activity they might want to try, just like the Berenstain Bears.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: In the story, the bear cubs learn how to play together as a team during their T-ball game. Emphasis is placed on cooperating with teammates to achieve a common goal.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson in school projects or sports, understanding the importance of working together and supporting each other to succeed.
Example Lesson: Practice and perseverance
Explanation: The book highlights the importance of practicing as the young bears improve their T-ball skills. It showcases their dedication and perseverance, even when it's challenging.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to persist and continue practicing any skill they are learning, whether it's a sport, musical instrument, or academic subject.
Example Lesson: Handling wins and losses gracefully
Explanation: Throughout the game, the characters experience both wins and losses, and they learn to handle these outcomes gracefully, with good sportsmanship.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to accept both victories and defeats in life with grace, learning from each experience and treating peers with respect regardless of the outcome.
Example Lesson: Following rules and instructions
Explanation: The cubs follow the rules of the game and listen to their coach’s instructions, which is integral to their performance and safety during the game.
Real-World Application: Children learn to understand the importance of adhering to rules and guidelines set by authorities, such as teachers or guardians, for their well-being and success in various activities.