The Fig: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 2 Set 2)
Red Squirrel Phonics Series
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What’s inside...
An adventurous tale that follows the journey of Fig, a brave squirrel, as he embarks on a quest that teaches him the true meaning of friendship and courage.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the fig feels when it's growing on the tree?
How do the squirrels help the fig tree?
Can you describe a time when you helped someone like the squirrels helped the fig?
What do you think happens to the fig after the story ends?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story. Use the questions to guide a deeper conversation about nature, helping others, and the lifecycle of plants. Validate their responses, whether factual or imaginative, to foster a supportive learning environment. Discuss similar experiences in your child's life to make connections between the book and their world.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Phonemic Awareness
Explanation: Through rhyming and repetition, 'The Fig' helps young readers understand the sounds within words and how they come together to form words.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this skill when decoding new words during reading or when engaging in spelling activities, enhancing their early literacy skills.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: The characters in 'The Fig' face challenges but continue to try until they succeed, teaching children the importance of not giving up.
Real-World Application: Kids can remember this lesson when they face challenges in learning new skills or in problem-solving tasks at school or home.
Example Lesson: Understanding Nature
Explanation: The story introduces elements of nature through its narrative, providing children with basic knowledge about plants and their importance.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to explore their environment, engage in outdoor play, and possibly develop interests in science and biology.