The King of Show-and-Tell: Ready, Freddy! No.2
#2 of 27 in Ready, Freddy! Series
What’s inside...
Freddy Thresher is envious of his classmate Robbie, who always brings exciting things for show-and-tell. One day, Freddy finds a baby bird that has fallen from its nest and decides to bring it to school as his show-and-tell item. However, he faces the challenge of getting the bird to school without his mom or teacher noticing. Meanwhile, Freddy is also trying to compete with Robbie who has brought a real alligator head to share. Freddy must navigate the challenges of keeping his find a secret from his mom, nicknamed 'The Neat Freak,' while striving to become the King of Show-and-Tell.
Discussion points
What would you do if you were Freddy and had to find something amazing for show-and-tell?
How do you think Freddy felt when he was trying to find the perfect item to bring to class?
Why is it important to help your friends like Freddy helped Jessie find something for show-and-tell?
What did you learn from Freddy’s experience about solving problems or facing challenges?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about Freddy's adventures and relate them to their own school experiences.
Discuss the importance of friendship and teamwork as shown in the book, and how helping others can make us feel good about ourselves.
Highlight the problem-solving aspect by asking your child what other solutions they might come up with if they were in Freddy’s situation.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: Freddy demonstrates honesty when he admits to his teacher about his mistake regarding his show-and-tell item. This helps him learn from his mistake and gain trust from his teacher and classmates.
Real-World Application: Children learn that being honest, even when they make mistakes, builds trust and credibility with friends and adults in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Value of friendship
Explanation: Throughout the story, Freddy works with his friends to come up with a great show-and-tell item, showcasing teamwork and cooperation.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of working together and supporting each other to achieve common goals in school projects or during playtime.
Example Lesson: Overcoming fear and anxiety
Explanation: Freddy faces his fear of public speaking by preparing and practicing for the show-and-tell event, illustrating that facing fears can lead to personal growth.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to face their own fears and anxieties, whether it's speaking in front of the class or trying out a new activity, helping them to grow and build confidence.
Example Lesson: Creativity and resourcefulness
Explanation: Freddy uses his imagination to create an interesting show-and-tell presentation, demonstrating that creativity can solve problems and make everyday tasks exciting.
Real-World Application: This lesson inspires children to use their creativity to think outside the box and enhance their problem-solving skills in both academic and personal endeavors.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: By taking responsibility for choosing and presenting his show-and-tell item, Freddy learns to be accountable for his own projects.
Real-World Application: This emphasizes the importance of children taking responsibility for their assignments and duties, fostering a sense of independence and reliability.