The Chicken House: Ready-to-Read Level 2 (The Chicken Squad)
Voltron Legendary Defender Series
What’s inside...
Sugar, Dirt, Sweetie, Poppy, and their mother, Moosh, live in a crowded chicken house until Sugar ventures out and finds a new home with a bathtub, a large bed, and even a massage table. The Chicken Squad is back for their next (mis)adventure, and this time they're in the doghouse. Meet the chickens who live in the chicken house: Sugar, Dirt, Sweetie, Poppy, and their mother, Moosh. Such a big family makes it crowded in the chicken house, so Sugar goes looking for a place with more space to relax in.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Sugar
Sweetie
Poppy
Dirt
Discussion points
What do you think makes the members of the Chicken Squad unique?
How do the characters work together to solve problems?
What would you do if you were part of the Chicken Squad?
Can you think of a time when you felt scared like Sugar? How did you handle it?
Which member of the Chicken Squad do you relate to the most and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for each character to make the story come alive. Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story to keep them engaged. Relate the challenges faced by the characters to real-life situations your child might encounter to help them connect with the story. Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book to deepen their understanding and attachment to the story. Discuss the importance of teamwork and ask your child about times they have worked with others to achieve a goal.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In the story, the chickens work together to solve mysteries and face challenges, demonstrating the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of cooperating with others, which can help them in group activities at school and in family projects at home.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The Chicken Squad takes on various problems that require critical thinking and creativity to solve.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think critically and creatively in their own lives, whether dealing with puzzles, homework, or conflicts with peers.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Despite being small, the chickens are brave and tackle big adventures, showing that courage comes in all sizes.
Real-World Application: Kids are inspired to face their own fears and challenges, understanding that being brave is about facing obstacles, regardless of their size.
Example Lesson: Humor and Joy
Explanation: The story is filled with humorous situations and dialogue, highlighting the importance of joy and laughter.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of finding humor in everyday situations, which can help in developing a positive outlook towards life.
Example Lesson: Observation and Attention to Detail
Explanation: The chickens pay attention to details to solve the mysteries, emphasizing the skill of observation.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of being observant and attentive, which can aid in their academic and personal life by enhancing their focus and attention to detail.