The Lost Kitten
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What’s inside...
When a tiny stray kitten appears on the doorstep, Hina and her mother decide to take care of it. Hina learns the responsibilities of caring for a living creature as she makes a home for the kitten. However, she faces a challenge when the kitten goes missing one day. In a separate series of stories and rhymes, children are introduced to a variety of lovable characters and compelling adventures involving fire engines, teddy bears, trucks, dinosaurs, dolls, kittens, rabbits and more. These stories are beautifully illustrated and designed to be read over and over again.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-2
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the kitten felt when it was lost? Can you describe those feelings?
What would you do if you found a lost kitten like in the story?
Why is it important to help others, even small animals?
How do the characters in the book show kindness and responsibility?
What did you learn from the story that you can use in your own life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to convey the emotions of the characters, helping your child understand the mood of the story.
Pause after dramatic moments to give your child a chance to absorb the story and offer their thoughts on what might happen next.
Relate the story’s themes to your child’s experiences, such as a time they helped someone or felt lost, to deepen their connection to the narrative.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings or what they would do differently if they were a character in the book.
After reading, suggest drawing a picture of the favorite scene from the book, reinforcing the story and allowing for creative expression.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: In 'The Lost Kitten', the protagonist learns to take care of a kitten that unexpectedly enters their life, demonstrating feeding, grooming, and providing warmth.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to take care of their pets or helping with household chores, nurturing a sense of duty and reliability.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The story illustrates the protagonist's growing understanding and empathy towards the kitten's needs and feelings through attentive and compassionate actions.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to recognize and respond to the feelings of others, be it their peers, siblings, or animals, fostering a supportive and caring environment.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: When faced with the kitten's sudden presence and needs, the protagonist figures out how to help and comfort the kitten, showing resourcefulness and initiative.
Real-World Application: Children can draw from this example to navigate challenges and obstacles they encounter in school or play, boosting their confidence and independence.
Example Lesson: The importance of helping others
Explanation: The protagonist's decision to take care of the kitten despite the challenges highlights the virtue of helping those in need, regardless of the inconveniences it might bring.
Real-World Application: This instills in children the value of aid and community service, prompting them to take action when they see someone in need, extending kindness without expecting anything in return.