The Famishing Vanishing Mahoosive Mammoth
What’s inside...
'I'm so famishing I'm vanishing!' The famishing vanishing mahoosive mammoth is a hairy beast who is constantly hungry. His friend Bug tries to distract him in this hilarious rhyming picture book. With a clever plan, Bug helps the mammoth focus on something other than his appetite. This book is filled with fun, laughter, and is perfect for fans of Julia Donaldson, Neal Layton, Alex T. Smith, and Lauren Child.
Discussion points
How do you think the mammoth felt when he was hungry? Can you describe a time when you felt the same?
What are some ways the boy helped the mammoth? How do you help your friends when they need you?
Why is sharing important in the story? Can you think of a time when sharing made you happy?
What would you have done if you met a mammoth like the one in the book?
How do you think the story would change if there was no food for the mammoth at all?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the characters to life. Changing your tone or pitch can help emphasize the emotions the mammoth experiences.
Pause after significant moments in the story to ask your child how they think a character is feeling, or what they predict will happen next.
Relate themes of the book to your child's experiences, such as times they’ve shared with others or helped a friend, to make the story more relatable.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. This can provide a visual basis for further discussion about the story's themes.
At the end of the story, ask your child what lesson they think the mammoth or the boy learned. Discuss the importance of these lessons in daily life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Friendship and Cooperation
Explanation: The characters in 'The Famishing Vanishing Mahoosive Mammoth' work together to help the mammoth find food. This theme highlights the importance of helping and supporting friends.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to help their friends or classmates in need, understanding the value of teamwork and cooperation in achieving common goals.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters face the challenge of finding food for the mammoth. They come up with creative solutions to help their friend.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think creatively and develop critical thinking skills needed to solve problems they encounter in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: The story portrays the characters’ efforts to understand the mammoth’s hunger and find ways to alleviate it, teaching empathy through their actions.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of empathizing with others' feelings and situations, promoting kindness and understanding in their interactions.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The characters do not give up on their quest to help the mammoth, despite obstacles.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to persist in the face of challenges, understanding that resilience is key to overcoming difficulties.