The Hammerhead Shark
The Underwater world of sharks Series
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What’s inside...
Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the hammerhead sharks.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes the hammerhead shark different from other sharks we've read about?
How do you think the hammerhead shark feels being so unique in the ocean?
Why is it important for all creatures, like the hammerhead shark, to have a safe home in the ocean?
If you could ask the hammerhead shark one question, what would it be?
How can we help protect sharks and their habitats in real life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child’s curiosity by asking them what they found most interesting about the hammerhead shark.
Use expressive reading to bring the characters to life and keep your child engaged.
Discuss the illustrations in the book and ask your child to describe what they see and how it adds to the story.
Relate the story to real-life ocean conservation efforts to teach responsibility and awareness.
Praise your child's responses to build their confidence and encourage further discussion and exploration.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: In 'The Hammerhead Shark', multiple sea creatures collaborate to organize a coral reef cleanup. This shows how teamwork leads to achieving a common goal successfully.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by working together with their classmates on school projects or with friends during playtime to accomplish tasks more efficiently.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The main character, Hammerhead, faces challenges in the reef but continues to strive and never gives up. This highlights the importance of perseverance.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to keep trying in their personal endeavors, be it learning a new skill or solving a problem, even when it seems difficult.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Throughout the story, Hammerhead shows kindness and understanding towards other ocean dwellers, teaching the value of considering others' feelings.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be reflected in the way children interact with their peers and siblings, fostering a more compassionate and supportive community.
Example Lesson: Environmental Awareness
Explanation: The plot emphasizes the impact of pollution on marine life and the importance of taking care of our planet’s ecosystems.
Real-World Application: Children learn to be mindful of their environmental footprint, encouraging activities like recycling and participating in local clean-ups.