Think Slink! Think!
#2 in God's Little Zoo Series
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What’s inside...
Think Slink! Think! by Lois Keffer is an interactive children's book that encourages young readers to engage in creative thinking and problem-solving. The story features a character named Slink, who encounters various challenges and puzzles that he must overcome. Through rhymes and colorful illustrations, children are prompted to think outside the box and come up with their own solutions to the problems presented. The book is designed to stimulate young minds, foster imagination, and develop critical thinking skills in a fun and playful way. Additionally, the book is brand new, comes directly off our store shelf, and ships within 24 hours. We have a large inventory of books and bibles, and as a full retail bookstore in business since 1982, we value our customers and ensure quality. Some items may have light shelf scuffing, pricing stickers, slightly torn or imperfect dust jackets, and remainder marks on the binding, but no items shipped are used or damaged. All items come from our retail store stock and shelves. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. Thank you.
Discussion points
What do you think Slink the character felt when he encountered the different challenges? How would you feel in his place?
Can you think of a time when you had to solve a problem? How did you solve it?
Slink meets many friends along the way. How do you think friends can help us when we face difficulties?
What was your favorite part of the story, and why?
If you could give Slink one piece of advice, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about Slink's adventures, relating them to their own experiences.
Ask open-ended questions that foster critical thinking and allow your child to explore the themes of the story deeper.
Highlight the importance of perseverance and friendship as demonstrated in the book, discussing how these values apply in real life.
Validate their feelings and thoughts as they relate to the story, making them feel heard and appreciated.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of problem-solving
Explanation: In 'Think Slink! Think!', the protagonist, Slink, faces a series of challenges. He uses creativity and logic to navigate through them.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach obstacles in their own lives with inventive thinking and determination, helping them to tackle school tasks or personal challenges.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: Throughout the book, Slink collaborates with other characters to overcome difficulties. This demonstrates the power of working together.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to value cooperative play and teamwork in school projects or sports, understanding that combined efforts often yield better outcomes.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of setbacks
Explanation: Slink encounters setbacks in his journey, yet he persists and maintains a positive attitude. This resilience is a central theme.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand that setbacks are part of learning and growth, teaching them to remain persistent and optimistic even when faced with difficulties.
Example Lesson: Value of curiosity
Explanation: The character's curiosity leads him to explore and learn, driving the narrative forward.
Real-World Application: Fostering a sense of curiosity helps children to engage more deeply with their education, encouraging lifelong learning and exploration.