The Complete Adventures of Tom Kitten and His Friends
Peter Rabbit Series
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What’s inside...
All five of the stories about naughty Tom Kitten and his friends, unabridged and complete with all the original full-colour illustrations, are brought together in one volume. The Complete Adventures of Tom Kitten and His Friends (Picture Puffin) by Beatrix Potter (1986-09-25) includes timeless tales that bring to life the mischievous character of Tom Kitten and his adventures with his friends, providing readers with a delightful experience of Potter's beloved world.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-9
Length
80 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Tom Kitten
Mittens
Moppet
Tabitha Twitchit
Anna Maria
Samuel Whiskers
Discussion points
Why do you think Tom Kitten and his friends went on an adventure?
What would you have done differently if you were one of the characters in the story?
How do you think the characters felt during their adventures?
What lessons did Tom Kitten and his friends learn by the end of the story?
What was your favorite part of the story and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story. Ask, 'What if you were there with Tom Kitten? What would you do?'
Discuss the consequences of the characters’ actions to foster understanding of cause and effect.
Highlight the moral lessons from the story and relate them to real-life situations your child might face.
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading more interactive and fun.
At the end of the reading session, ask your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. Discuss what they’ve drawn.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Tom Kitten and his siblings are expected to keep their clothes tidy and stay clean for their mother’s guests, illustrating the importance of responsibility.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of personal responsibility and taking care of their belongings, which can be applied in managing their own rooms or tasks.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Actions
Explanation: When Tom Kitten disobeys his mother and gets his clothes dirty, he faces consequences, showing that actions have repercussions.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that their choices have consequences, helping them to make thoughtful decisions in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Problem Solving
Explanation: The kittens use their wit to deal with the situation when their clothes are stolen, highlighting creative thinking and problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think creatively to solve problems they encounter, whether at school or at home.
Example Lesson: Respect for Others
Explanation: The story showcases the importance of being considerate and polite to guests, as modeled by the kittens' mother.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of treating others with respect and good manners in social situations.