The Three Little Aliens and the Big Bad Robot
What’s inside...
Introduce kids to the planets and solar system in this fractured fairy tale retelling of the classic The Three Little Pigs. Parents and children alike will adore this out-of-this-world story, which is set in outer space! GREEP BOINK MEEP! The three little aliens are happily settling into their new homes when the Big Bad Robot flies in to crack and smack and whack their houses down! A chase across the solar system follows in this humorous and visually stunning book from Margaret McNamara ( How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin? ) and Mark Fearing ( The Book that Eats People ). The endpapers even include a labeled diagram of all the planets.
Age
3-5
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
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Discussion points
What would you do if you met a big bad robot like in the story?
How did each of the three little aliens solve their problem differently?
Why do you think teamwork was important for the aliens to overcome the robot?
What lessons can we learn about facing big challenges from the aliens?
If you could design your own space house, what would it look like?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story and relate it to their own experiences.
Ask your child to imagine alternative endings for the story and discuss what could have happened differently.
Highlight the significance of resilience and creativity shown by the aliens when they face the robot.
Discuss the importance of resourcefulness and how the aliens used different materials to build their homes.
Reinforce the theme of teamwork by discussing how the aliens worked together to defeat the robot and how cooperation is vital in real-life situations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The story demonstrates problem-solving as the three little aliens must find ways to protect themselves from the Big Bad Robot.
Real-World Application: Children can apply problem-solving skills in their daily interactions and challenges, learning to think critically and develop solutions.
Example Lesson: Importance of Perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the story, the little aliens persevere despite the challenges posed by the Big Bad Robot.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of persistence in overcoming obstacles, whether in learning new skills or dealing with difficult tasks.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Innovation
Explanation: Each alien builds a unique type of house using different materials, showcasing creativity and innovation.
Real-World Application: Children learn to use their imagination and think outside the box, which is crucial for creative development and problem-solving in real life.
Example Lesson: The Strength of Collaboration
Explanation: The aliens ultimately work together to overcome the robot, highlighting the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to collaborate with others, understanding that teamwork can lead to achieving greater goals.