The Ghosts Went Floating
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What’s inside...
Inspired by the children's song 'The Ants Went Marching' and involving early math concepts, Kim Norman and illustrator Jay Fleck's 'The Ghosts Went Floating' is a spooktacular adventure perfect for Halloween. This Halloween counting adventure features ghosts, skeletons, witches, zombies, and various cute and creepy creatures. It encourages children to join in the fun of trick-or-treating with these delightful characters. A Bank Street Best Book of 2021, this book includes a rhyming invitation for children to join the fun and count along with the creatures.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
1-4
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How would you feel if you saw a parade of ghosts like in the story? What would you do?
Which ghost character did you find the most interesting and why?
The ghosts in the book went floating around different places. If you could float anywhere, where would you go?
What do you think the ghosts were looking for or trying to do in the story?
How can we be kind and friendly to someone who seems different or scary at first, like the ghosts?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing your own thoughts on the book, making it a two-way dialogue that encourages your child to freely express themselves.
Encourage your child to describe their favorite parts of the book or any emotions they felt while reading to deepen their connection to the story.
Use the storyline to connect with real-life situations, like discussing times when something unfamiliar turned out to be fun or making new friends.
Praise your child’s responses to foster a positive reading environment, showing that their thoughts and opinions are valued.
Incorporate creative activities, like drawing one of the scenes or writing an alternate ending, to further immerse your child in the themes of the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Bravery
Explanation: The ghosts in the story display courage as they float and navigate through various scenarios, showing children it's okay to venture into the unknown.
Real-World Application: Children can embrace new experiences at school or in social settings with confidence, understanding that it's alright to feel scared but still take steps forward.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The ghosts work together during their floating adventures, highlighting the importance of collaboration and mutual support.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the value of working with others to achieve common goals, whether in group projects or team sports.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The imaginative settings and adventures the ghosts engage in encourage creative thinking and problem-solving.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to use their imagination in play and learning, finding creative solutions to obstacles.