The Rainforest Grew All Around (Arbordale Collection)
Habitats, Weather, Climate, & Seasons Series
What’s inside...
Imaginations will soar from the forest floor, up through the canopy and back down again, following the circle of life in this clever adaptation of the song 'The Green Grass Grew All Around.' The jungle comes alive as children learn about a wide variety of the animals (jaguars, emerald tree boas, leafcutter ants, sloths, poison dart frogs, toucans, and bats) and plants (kapok trees, liana vines, and bromeliads) living in the lush Amazon rainforest. Delve even deeper into the jungle using sidebars and the three-page 'For Creative Minds' educational section.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some of the different animals and plants you noticed in the rainforest? How do they help each other?
Why do you think rainforests are important for our planet?
If you could visit the rainforest, what would you like to see or explore the most?
How do you think the story would change if it took place in a different setting, like a desert or the ocean?
What can we do to help protect rainforests?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the book by asking open-ended questions. Relate the story to their everyday experiences, such as exploring nature or learning about different animals. Use visuals from the book to deepen the discussion, pointing out details in the illustrations. Lastly, encourage empathy by discussing the importance of conservation and how it affects the animals and plants in the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Interdependence of ecosystems
Explanation: The book illustrates how various animals and plants depend on each other to thrive in the rainforest.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of every organism in an ecosystem, promoting environmental stewardship in their own communities.
Example Lesson: Biodiversity
Explanation: Through engaging rhymes and illustrations, the book showcases the wide variety of species living in the rainforest.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to appreciate and respect the diversity of life, fostering a sense of global responsibility.
Example Lesson: Conservation
Explanation: The story highlights how the rainforest's health is crucial for the planet, subtly teaching about the effects of deforestation and climate change.
Real-World Application: Kids are motivated to engage in activities that protect nature, such as recycling, conserving water, or planting trees.
Example Lesson: Scientific curiosity
Explanation: As children explore the rainforest through the pages, they encounter fascinating facts about different species and their habitats.
Real-World Application: This can lead to increased interest in science subjects at school and participation in nature-related activities.
Example Lesson: Respect for nature
Explanation: The vivid depictions of the rainforest and its inhabitants foster a deep respect and awe for the natural world.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and care for their environment, leading to responsible behavior towards wildlife and natural resources.