The World of Dick and Jane and Friends
Dick and Jane and Friends Treasury, Read With Dick and Jane Series
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What’s inside...
Collects three of the original readers from the 1950s featuring Dick and Jane, their little sister Sally, their parents, Spot the dog, and Puff the cat. Our second Dick and Jane treasury is here! The World of Dick and Jane and Friends is a compilation of some of the best-loved Dick and Jane titles. The treasury includes stories parents and grandparents will remember from their own childhoods, such as 'Guess Who, The New We Come and Go,' and 'The New We Look and See.' Share a classic treasury with a new generation of Dick and Jane readers, who will love the Dick and Jane stories as much as you did.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-6
Length
192 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Dick
Puff
Spot
Sally
Jane
Father
Mother
Discussion points
What do you think makes Dick and Jane's friendship special? Can you describe a time when you felt the same way with a friend?
How do the different activities Dick, Jane, and their friends participate in make you feel? Which activity would you like to try?
Why is it important to help each other like the characters do in the stories?
What did you learn from the adventures of Dick and Jane? How do you think you can use what you learned at school or at home?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use the illustrations in the book to help your child connect visually with the story, asking how they think the characters are feeling based on their expressions and actions.
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences by comparing and contrasting their day-to-day activities with those of Dick, Jane, and their friends.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story before turning the page, to build their anticipation and involvement in the narrative.
After reading, engage your child in role-play activities inspired by the book, which enhances comprehension and retention of the themes discussed.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Family and Community
Explanation: The stories feature Dick, Jane, and their friends engaging in various activities that emphasize the value of family ties and community interaction.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of supporting and participating in family and community events, fostering a sense of belonging and cooperation.
Example Lesson: Value of Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters work together to solve problems and achieve goals, highlighting teamwork.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by collaborating with peers in school projects or team sports, understanding that collective effort often leads to success.
Example Lesson: Developing Literacy Skills
Explanation: The simple, repetitive text in 'The World of Dick and Jane and Friends' helps young readers develop their reading skills.
Real-World Application: Practicing reading at home enhances fluency, comprehension, and the overall enjoyment of reading, setting a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Example Lesson: Learning Through Exploration
Explanation: The characters often explore their environment, learning through direct interaction with the world around them.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be curious and explore the world around them, whether through nature walks, visiting new places, or simply asking questions to gain knowledge.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and Independence
Explanation: Dick and Jane take on tasks that require them to demonstrate responsibility and make decisions independently.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and making decisions on their own, important skills for personal development.