The Wombles to the Rescue
#4 of 6 in The Wombles Series
What’s inside...
The Wombles are fictional creatures who live in burrows and recycle human rubbish to help the environment. In 'The Wombles to the Rescue', they face challenges when heavy lorries threaten their home and a human energy crisis leads to fewer supplies. Led by DIY king Tobermory, the Wombles launch emergency special projects to address these issues and ensure the safety of their home on Wimbledon Common.
Discussion points
How do you think the Wombles felt when they decided to help and rescue others? Can you think of a time you helped someone?
What are some of the ways the Wombles helped the environment? Why is it important to take care of our surroundings?
If you were a Womble, what special task would you choose to help the community? Why?
The Wombles often use teamwork to solve problems. Can you share an example when you worked with others to achieve something?
What did you learn from the adventures of the Wombles that you can use in your own life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Emphasize the value of kindness and community service, tying the Wombles' actions to the importance of helping others in real life.
Discuss environmental conservation by correlating the Wombles’ recycling adventures with simple ways your family can help protect the environment.
Encourage creativity by imagining new scenarios or inventions the Wombles might come up with, and ask your child to think of their own inventive solutions.
Highlight teamwork and its benefits, relating it back to your child’s experiences at school or in sports to make the connection personal and practical.
Celebrate the book’s themes by planning a family ‘Wombling’ day where you work together on a community or environmental project.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout 'The Wombles to the Rescue,' the characters collaborate to solve problems and better their community, showcasing effective teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of working with others to achieve common goals, which is essential in school projects and family tasks.
Example Lesson: Environmental Responsibility
Explanation: The Wombles are known for reusing and recycling discarded items, emphasizing the importance of caring for the environment.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to be conscious of their environmental impact by recycling and reusing, mirroring the Wombles' commitment to the planet.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: The book highlights how the Wombles use creativity and critical thinking to handle challenges in their adventures.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to approach obstacles in their lives with creative solutions, enhancing their critical thinking skills.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The Wombles frequently face setbacks in their missions, but their persistence teaches resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn to persevere through difficulties in their own endeavors, understanding that setbacks can be overcome with determination.
Example Lesson: Community Building
Explanation: By working together and supporting each other, the Wombles create a strong, tight-knit community.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to contribute positively to their local community, fostering a sense of belonging and cooperation.