The Flute of
What’s inside...
A tale of a mystical flute discovered by a young girl, which leads her on an enchanting journey through various lands, encouraging her to solve riddles and face challenges that test her wit and bravery. Kim's dad has a flute with a strict rule of 'Never toot the flute.' Kim is intrigued and cannot understand why she is not allowed to toot the flute, leaving her to wonder what will happen if she disobeys.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the main character felt when they discovered the flute?
What would you do if you found a magical flute?
Why do you think the flute was important in the story?
Can you think of another story where an object had special powers? How is it similar or different?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive read-aloud techniques to bring the story and its characters to life, making the experience more immersive for your child.
Encourage your child to describe the flute using their senses, asking what they imagine it would look like, feel like, or sound like.
Link discussions to your child’s experiences by asking if they have ever found something special and how that made them feel.
After reading, engage with imaginative play or a creative activity like drawing their version of the magical flute, fostering a deeper connection with the story's themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of perseverance
Explanation: The story follows the main character who continuously practices playing the flute despite initial failures and challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by persisting in their own endeavors, be it learning a new skill or completing difficult tasks, teaching them the value of not giving up.
Example Lesson: The power of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters come together to create music, demonstrating that cooperation can lead to beautiful outcomes.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to work collaboratively in group settings such as in school projects or team sports, highlighting the benefits of collective effort.
Example Lesson: Respect for different cultures
Explanation: The flute in the story introduces various cultural backgrounds through its music, educating the readers about diversity.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect different cultures in their community, fostering inclusivity and broadening their worldviews.