The New Adventures of Curious George
Curious George Series
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What’s inside...
A collection of eight Curious George adventures for curious readers. A hardcover treasury of storybook adventures to keep curious little readers busy: Curious George Goes to a Chocolate Factory, Curious George and the Puppies, Curious George Makes Pancakes, Curious George Feeds the Animals, Curious George Goes to a Movie, Curious George and the Hot Air Balloon, Curious George in the Snow, and Curious George’s Dream.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
208 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Curious George will discover next and why?
How do George’s choices affect those around him?
What would you do if you were in George’s situation?
How do you think George feels when his curiosity leads to trouble?
Can you think of a time when being curious helped you learn something new?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use open-ended questions that encourage your child to think critically about the story and relate it to their own experiences.
Discuss the consequences of George’s actions and relate them to real-life situations which your child may encounter.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story and George's adventures, fostering emotional intelligence.
Connect the themes of the book with everyday learning opportunities and explorative play, highlighting the benefits of curiosity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and exploration
Explanation: Through the various adventures, Curious George displays a great deal of curiosity, which leads him to learn and discover new things.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to explore their surroundings and learn from their experiences, nurturing their natural curiosity.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: Each story often concludes with George facing the results of his actions, which teaches children that actions have consequences.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand the importance of thinking before acting and teaches them to anticipate the effects of their behavior on themselves and others.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Curious George often finds himself in tricky situations that require him to think and act swiftly to resolve problems.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to develop critical thinking skills and find innovative solutions to problems they encounter in daily life.
Example Lesson: Empathy and friendship
Explanation: George’s interactions often involve making friends and showing empathy towards others.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of building relationships and being considerate of others' feelings and perspectives.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: George's adventures take him to various environments and situations where he must adapt to changes.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be flexible and adapt to different settings or changes in their environment, fostering resilience.