The Big Soap-rise: Farm Friends
Farm Friends Series
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What’s inside...
In 'The Big Soap-rise: Farm Friends', young readers follow the heartwarming tale of animal friends on a farm embarking on an unexpected adventure to throw a surprise party for their farmer. They learn the importance of teamwork, friendship, and creativity. Additionally, in the Farm Friends S.T.E.M. series, Poppy and her friends face a dilemma of finding a present for their beloved teacher, Ms. Green, before Teacher's Day. The series emphasizes the joys and challenges of farm life, introduces agricultural concepts, and highlights the significance of determination and the bond between humans and animals.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think made the farm friends decide to create such a big soap? Can you think of a time when you worked together with friends to create something?
How do you think the animals felt when they saw their big soap rise? Can you describe a time you felt similar when you finished a big project?
Why is it important for friends to help each other? Can you think of ways we can help each other at home or in our community?
What would you do if you were a part of the farm friends group? Would you have any fun ideas for a group project?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences, making connections that enhance their empathy and understanding of teamwork.
Focus on the emotions depicted in the story, asking your child to explain how they think each character feels at various points to deepen their emotional intelligence.
Discuss the importance of collaboration and helping one another, drawing parallels to situations in your child's life where teamwork is essential.
Prompt your child to imagine themselves in the story, fostering creativity and problem-solving by asking what they would add or do differently in the farm friends’ situation.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'The Big Soap-rise: Farm Friends', the farm animals must work together to solve the mystery of the disappearing soap. This cooperation highlights the importance and effectiveness of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate and collaborate with their peers for shared goals.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the story, characters use critical thinking and creativity to navigate challenges. This promotes a growth mindset and the value of thinking outside the box.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to approach their own challenges with resilience and innovative thinking, whether in academic tasks or personal obstacles.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Each character in the book takes on a specific role in solving the mystery, teaching the importance of responsibility and accountability.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of taking responsibility for their actions and duties, be it in simple household chores or in completing homework.
Example Lesson: Value of Honesty
Explanation: 'The Big Soap-rise: Farm Friends' emphasizes honesty when the culprit is discovered and confesses, showcasing the positive outcomes of being truthful.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand the importance of honesty in building trust and integrity in real life situations.